Description

3-Methylcrotononitrile is a versatile, unsaturated nitrile compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitrile group and an alkene moiety, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical synthesis, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing pyridine or other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its reactive sites allow for the introduction of specific functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and complex organic ligands used in catalysis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or co-monomer in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific chemical resistance or functional properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Michael addition reactions, cyclization processes, and the development of new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylcrotononitrile
CAS No.	4786-24-7
Molecular Formula	C5H7N
Molecular Weight	81.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-butenenitrile; 3-Methylcrotonic acid nitrile; Isopentenyl nitrile; 2-Butenenitrile, 3-methyl-; (CH3)2C=CHCN
EINECS	225-320-0

Quality Control

Our 3-Methylcrotononitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate and in other critical fine chemical processes.

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 and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.428 - 1.432
Density (20°C)	0.825 - 0.835 g/mL

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