Description

Propanedinitrile, (3-Oxo-1-Butenyl)- (9Ci) is a specialized organic nitrile compound, also known as 3-Oxo-1-butenyl propanedinitrile, serving as a versatile chemical building block. This compound is valued for its reactive dinitrile and ketone functional groups, which make it a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing pyridine, pyrimidine, or other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its reactive sites allow for structural diversification.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex organic molecules via Knoevenagel condensation, Michael addition, and cyclization reactions.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing certain advanced organic colorants and photochromic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propanedinitrile, (3-Oxo-1-Butenyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	66780-30-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O
Molecular Weight	134.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Oxo-1-butenylpropanedinitrile; 2-(3-Oxobut-1-en-1-yl)malononitrile; (3-Oxo-1-butenyl)propanedinitrile; 3-Oxo-1-butenyl malononitrile; 1-Buten-1-one, 1-(1,3-dicyano-2-propenyl)-; Malononitrile, (3-oxo-1-butenyl)-; A building block for heterocyclic synthesis.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Propanedinitrile, (3-Oxo-1-Butenyl)- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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