Description

Crotononitrile (Pract) is a highly versatile and reactive organic nitrile compound, essential as a key synthetic intermediate in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its value lies in its ability to undergo a wide range of reactions, including nucleophilic additions and polymerizations, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules and specialty polymers. This product is primarily needed by R&D laboratories, agrochemical producers, and manufacturers of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and liquid crystal materials seeking a reliable building block for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactivity to create complex molecular structures.
• Polymer & Resin Manufacturing: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing carbon-nitrogen bonds and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Production: Employed in the synthesis of organic dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations requiring crosslinking to improve the thermal and chemical resistance of final products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Crotononitrile (Pract)
CAS No.	4786-20-3
Molecular Formula	C4H5N
Molecular Weight	67.09 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-Crotononitrile; (E)-2-Butenenitrile; 2-Butenenitrile; Crotonic acid nitrile; 1-Cyano-1-propene; β-Methacrylonitrile; NSC 9377; But-2-enenitrile
EINECS	225-320-2

Quality Control

Our Crotononitrile (Pract) is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.823 - 0.828
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.418 - 1.422

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