Description

Ethyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)Acrylate is a high-purity, functionalized acrylate ester monomer characterized by its phenyl and nitrile substituents. This compound is a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of polymers and small molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring specific optical, mechanical, or reactive functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with a diphenylacrylonitrile or chalcone core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into acrylic copolymers to impart enhanced UV stability, rigidity, and chemical resistance for coatings, adhesives, and optical materials.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal display (LCD) components.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Michael additions, cycloadditions, and other C-C bond-forming reactions to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Cross-linking Agent: Can be used to introduce cross-linking sites into polymer networks, improving thermal and mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)Acrylate
CAS No.	409359-86-0
Molecular Formula	C12H11NO2
Molecular Weight	201.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (2E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)prop-2-enoate; (E)-Ethyl 3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-cyanophenyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl (E)-3-(4-Cyanophenyl)acrylate; 4-Cyanocinnamic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-cyanocinnamate; Ethyl trans-4-cyanocinnamate; Ethyl (E)-4-cyanocinnamate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)Acrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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