Description

Diethoxyacetonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound characterized by its acetal-protected carbonyl group. This chemical serves as a valuable protected glyoxylate equivalent and a key bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and complex molecules requiring a masked aldehyde functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its nitrile and acetal groups offer versatile reactivity for constructing active ingredients.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances, acting as a source of the -CH(OR)2-CN moiety.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent in methodological development, catalysis studies, and the exploration of new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers, resins, and ligands where its functional groups can be further modified.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethoxyacetonitrile
CAS No.	6136-93-2
Molecular Formula	C6H11NO2
Molecular Weight	129.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetonitrile, diethoxy-; 2,2-Diethoxyacetonitrile; Diethyl acetal of formyl cyanide; Glycolonitrile diethyl acetal; NSC 403697; α,α-Diethoxyacetonitrile; Formyl cyanide diethyl acetal
EINECS	228-103-7

Quality Control

Our Diethoxyacetonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

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