Description

Ethyl 2-Isocyanato-4-Methylvalerate is a specialized organic building block featuring both an isocyanate and an ester functional group. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific carbamate or urea linkages.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its reactive groups enable the creation of novel molecular scaffolds.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or chain extender in specialty polyurethane and polyurea formulations, imparting specific chemical resistance or mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic synthesis for constructing heterocycles and other complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Peptide Mimetics & Bioconjugation: Facilitates the creation of peptide analogs and is used in bioconjugation chemistry to attach functional molecules to biomolecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Isocyanato-4-Methylvalerate
CAS No.	64505-10-8
Molecular Formula	C9H15NO3
Molecular Weight	185.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Isocyanato-4-methylpentanoate; 4-Methyl-2-isocyanatovaleric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Methyl-2-isocyanatovalerate; 2-Isocyanato-4-methylvaleric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Isocyanatoisocaproate; NSC 334903; L-Leucine, N-carboxy-, ethyl ester, anhydride (8CI)
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 2-Isocyanato-4-Methylvalerate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) nature, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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