Description

3-Cyano-2-Oxo-Propanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile cyano ketoester building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the construction of heterocyclic frameworks and complex pharmaceutical intermediates. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing pyridine, pyrrole, or other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive cyano and keto groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific functional group integration.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including cyclization and condensation reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyano-2-Oxo-Propanoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	53544-13-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO3
Molecular Weight	141.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Cyano-3-oxopropanoate; Ethyl Cyanooxoacetate; Ethyl 3-Oxo-3-cyanopropanoate; 2-Cyano-3-ethoxy-3-oxopropanoic Acid; 3-Oxo-3-cyanopropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Oxocyanoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl Oxocyanoacetate; NSC 163063
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyano-2-Oxo-Propanoic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, strong bases, and incompatible organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.