Description

2-Cyano-N-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetamide is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a cyanoacetamide core substituted with a para-methoxyphenyl group. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive cyano and amide functionalities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments, where the methoxyphenyl group can influence color and stability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, including ligands for catalysts and materials science applications.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in methodological studies and for the development of new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-N-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	5382-38-7
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-N-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetamide; N-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-cyanoacetamide; 4-Methoxyphenylcyanoacetamide; p-Methoxyphenylcyanoacetamide; Acetamide, 2-cyano-N-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; 2-Cyanoacetamide, N-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; (4-Methoxyphenyl)carbamoylacetonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-N-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates, including pharmaceutical R&D.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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