Description

Pyruvonitrile CAS NO 631-57-2 is a versatile and highly reactive organic nitrile compound. It serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, enabling the efficient production of complex molecules. This chemical is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical intermediates, and agrochemical manufacturers seeking to introduce cyano or keto functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile reagent for creating dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cyanoethylation reactions and as a starting material for pyrazole and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Research & Development: Valuable tool in medicinal chemistry and material science research for exploring new molecular entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyruvonitrile
CAS No.	631-57-2
Molecular Formula	C3H3NO
Molecular Weight	69.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Oxopropanenitrile; Pyruvic acid nitrile; Acetylformonitrile; Pyruvononitrile; α-Ketopropionitrile; 2-Oxopropionitrile; Acetyl cyanide; 1-Cyano-1-ethanone
EINECS	211-163-7

Quality Control

Our Pyruvonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/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.