Description

Methyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-Oxoacetate is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactive α-ketoester and aromatic nitrile functionalities, enabling its use in complex multi-step organic syntheses. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, potential drug candidates, and molecules with biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures via reactions at the keto and ester groups.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and novel reaction development.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-Oxoacetate
CAS No.	52798-47-7
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO3
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (4-cyanobenzoyl)formate; Methyl 4-cyanobenzoylformate; 2-Oxo-2-(4-cyanophenyl)acetic acid methyl ester; (4-Cyanobenzoyl)formic acid methyl ester; Methyl α-oxo-4-cyanobenzeneacetate; p-Cyanophenylglyoxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-cyanophenylglyoxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-Oxoacetate adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

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.