Description

Oxiraneacetonitrile, 3-Ethyl- (9Ci) is a specialized epoxide-functionalized nitrile compound, serving as a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both an oxirane (epoxide) ring and a nitrile group, makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules through ring-opening and cyano-group transformations. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring chiral centers or specific heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce reactive epoxide groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion and chemical resistance.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialty chemicals, including surfactants, dyes, and complex ligands for catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for exploring new organic reactions and developing novel synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxiraneacetonitrile, 3-Ethyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	344241-37-8
Molecular Formula	C6H9NO
Molecular Weight	111.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyloxiraneacetonitrile; 2-(3-Ethyloxiran-2-yl)acetonitrile; 3-Ethyl-2-oxiranacetonitrile; Glycidonitrile, 3-ethyl-; (3-Ethyloxiran-2-yl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Ethyl-2-oxiranyl)acetonitrile
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Quality Control

Our Oxiraneacetonitrile, 3-Ethyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. While typically supplied in research quantities, each lot is characterized to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, maintaining the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) is recommended to preserve stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.