Description

Methallyl Cyanide is a versatile and highly reactive organic nitrile compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique reactivity of both the nitrile group and the methallyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks. This intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing heterocyclic structures or functionalized side chains.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel bioactive molecules.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for a wide range of fine chemicals, including flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories and process development for various organic transformations, such as nucleophilic additions and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methallyl Cyanide
CAS No.	4786-19-0
Molecular Formula	C5H7N
Molecular Weight	81.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Butenenitrile, 3-methyl-; 2-Methyl-3-butenenitrile; Isopropenylacetonitrile; 3-Methyl-3-butenenitrile; Methallylnitrile; 2-Methylallyl cyanide; (2-Methyl-2-propenyl)cyanide
EINECS	225-320-2

Quality Control

Our Methallyl Cyanide is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data with each shipment. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request and are prepared in accordance with current industry best practices.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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