Description

Methyl 2-Cyano-2-Propylpentanoate is a specialized cyanoester monomer with significant utility in advanced polymer synthesis. This compound matters as a key building block for creating high-performance polymers with tailored properties such as enhanced weatherability, chemical resistance, and thermal stability. Industries that need it include manufacturers of specialty coatings, adhesives, and impact modifiers, where it serves as a critical intermediate for acrylic and methacrylic copolymers.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A crucial monomer for the production of specialty acrylic and methacrylic resins.
• Coatings Industry: Used to formulate advanced industrial and automotive coatings that require excellent durability and gloss retention.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts enhanced flexibility and adhesion in high-performance adhesive formulations.
• Impact Modifiers: Serves as a comonomer in the synthesis of impact modifiers for engineering plastics like PVC and polycarbonate blends.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in organic synthesis for the introduction of the cyano and ester functional groups into more complex molecules.
• UV-Curable Resins: Acts as a reactive diluent or functional monomer in resins cured by ultraviolet light.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Cyano-2-Propylpentanoate
CAS No.	66546-92-7
Molecular Formula	C10H17NO2
Molecular Weight	183.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-2-propylpentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-Cyano-2-propylvalerate; 2-Cyano-2-propylvaleric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Cyano-α-propylvalerate; Methyl 2-Cyano-2-propylpentanoate; 2-Propyl-2-cyanopentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; (Methoxycarbonyl)(propyl)acetonitrile; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Cyano-2-Propylpentanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and key physical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption and prevent volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.430 - 1.440
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL

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