Description

Cyclopropanecarbonitrile CAS NO 500-21-0 is a versatile organic nitrile building block characterized by its strained three-membered cyclopropane ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a cyclopropane moiety for biological activity or metabolic stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the cyclopropane ring can enhance efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for ring-opening reactions, hydrogenation to cyclopropylmethylamine, and other transformations to create complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A critical compound for medicinal chemistry programs and process chemistry optimization in both academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopropanecarbonitrile
CAS No.	500-21-0
Molecular Formula	C4H5N
Molecular Weight	67.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopropanecarbonitrile; Cyclopropanecarboxonitrile; Cyclopropyl cyanide; Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid nitrile; Cyclopropanenitrile; 500-21-0; Cyclopropanecarbonitrile (9CI); NSC 9376; CCRIS 5986; Cyclopropanecarbonitrile (Cyclopropyl cyanide)
EINECS	207-896-3

Quality Control

Our Cyclopropanecarbonitrile is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

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.