Description

Ethyl 2,3-Dicyanopropionate is a versatile bifunctional cyanoester compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual reactive sites, enabling its use in the construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing pyridine, pyrimidine, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require cyano-functionalized ester backbones.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile reagent for constructing complex molecules in custom synthesis and process development for specialty chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes due to its reactive cyano groups.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemists and process chemists in academia and industry for exploring new synthetic routes and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,3-Dicyanopropionate
CAS No.	40497-11-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Cyano-3-ethoxycarbonylpropionate; Ethyl 2,3-Dicyano-2-propionate; 2,3-Dicyanopropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Cyano-3-ethoxy-3-oxopropanenitrile; Propanedinitrile, 2-(ethoxycarbonyl)-; Ethyl 3-Cyano-2-cyanopropionate; (Ethoxycarbonyl)malononitrile; Malononitrile, (ethoxycarbonyl)-
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,3-Dicyanopropionate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent contact with atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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