Description

3-Cyanopropionamide is a versatile organic intermediate featuring both cyano and amide functional groups. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development teams in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and functionalized polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various nitrogen-containing heterocycles, such as pyrimidines and pyridines, which are core structures in many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require cyano-substituted amide motifs for biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, including polyamides and polyacrylamides, imparting specific properties like enhanced thermal stability or reactivity.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for chain extension, cyclization reactions, and as a precursor to β-amino acids and other functionalized compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of certain cyanine dyes and other colorants where the cyano group is integral to the chromophore.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Potential use in modifying biomolecules due to the reactivity of the cyano group under specific conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyanopropionamide
CAS No.	61892-68-0
Molecular Formula	C4H6N2O
Molecular Weight	98.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyanoacetamide; β-Cyanopropionamide; 3-Cyanoacetamide; 4-Oxo-4-cyanobutanamide; Butanamide, 4-cyano-; NSC 163044; 4-Cyanobutanamide; 3-Cyanopropanamide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Cyanopropionamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients in research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area 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. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	135 - 140 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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