Description

3-Pentenenitrile is a versatile, unsaturated nitrile compound with significant utility as a key chemical intermediate in organic synthesis. Its reactive nitrile and alkene functional groups make it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and production facilities in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring nitrile or amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure can be incorporated into bioactive molecules.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the creation of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various name reactions, including Michael additions, hydrocyanation, and polymerization, to construct complex organic frameworks.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Can be used as an intermediate in the synthesis of specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pentenenitrile
CAS No.	4635-87-4
Molecular Formula	C5H7N
Molecular Weight	81.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pentenenitrile; Allylacetonitrile; 1-Cyano-2-butene; 2-Butenyl cyanide; Pent-3-enenitrile; 3-Pentenentrile; Vinylacetonitrile; β,γ-Pentenenitrile
EINECS	225-058-9

Quality Control

Our 3-Pentenenitrile is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), to verify identity and assay. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.820 - 0.840
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430

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