Description

Methyl Pentanimidate is a versatile imidate ester intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactivity as a building block for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing amidine or heterocyclic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the C=N functional group in various coupling and cyclization reactions.
• Chemical Research: Valuable for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Pentanimidate
CAS No.	57246-71-6
Molecular Formula	C6H13NO
Molecular Weight	115.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Valerimidate; Pentanimidic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl Pentanimidate Hydrochloride (salt form); Valerimidic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl N-Pentanimidate; Methyl 1-Pentanimidate; Methyl ester of pentanimidic acid
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Quality Control

Our Methyl Pentanimidate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific tests are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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