Description

[(Potassiooxy)Imino]Malononitrile is a specialized organic chemical building block with a unique reactive nitrile and imino functional group profile. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional intermediates.

Application

• As a key synthetic intermediate in pharmaceutical research for the development of novel drug candidates.
• In the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, such as pyrimidines and triazines, used in agrochemicals.
• As a building block for advanced materials, including polymers and ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• In organic synthesis research to explore new reaction pathways and create complex molecular structures.
• Potential use in the development of dyes and pigments due to its conjugated nitrile system.
• As a reagent for the functionalization of other organic molecules, introducing reactive cyano groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(Potassiooxy)Imino]Malononitrile
CAS No.	5458-49-1
Molecular Formula	C3KN3O
Molecular Weight	149.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium (cyano-C)(cyano-N)methanide oxidoazanide; Potassium (iminomalononitrilato)oxide; Potassium (iminomalononitrilato)oxidane; Potassium iminomalononitrile oxide; Malononitrile, [(potassiooxy)imino]-; 2-Potassiooxy-2-iminomalononitrile; (Potassiooxyimino)malononitrile
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Quality Control

Our [(Potassiooxy)Imino]Malononitrile is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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