Description

Methanimidic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile organic building block and intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its unique structure makes it a valuable reagent for the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists, as well as production-scale manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing imidate or amidine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where it acts as a crucial building block for active ingredients.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: Serves as a fundamental reagent for constructing nitrogen-containing heterocycles like imidazoles, pyrimidines, and triazines, which are core structures in many bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be employed as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain complex organic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanimidic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	44234-35-7
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO
Molecular Weight	73.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl formimidate; Ethyl imidoformate; Ethyl methanimidate; Formimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 88208; Ethoxyformimidic acid; Ethyl formimidoate
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Quality Control

Our Methanimidic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, to verify identity and quantify purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with each 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in its original sealed packaging to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.