Description

2-(Azetidin-1-Yl)Acetonitrile is a versatile nitrile-functionalized azetidine building block, crucial for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its value lies in its unique heterocyclic structure, which serves as a key precursor for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing protease inhibitors, kinase inhibitors, and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the creation of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its heterocyclic core for enhanced biological properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Material Science Monomer: Can be utilized as a specialty monomer for creating polymers with unique functional groups for advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Azetidin-1-Yl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	67523-81-3
Molecular Formula	C5H8N2
Molecular Weight	96.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Azetidineacetonitrile; Azetidin-1-ylacetonitrile; (Azetidin-1-yl)acetonitrile; 1-Cyanoethylazetidine; Azetidine-1-acetonitrile; N-(Cyanomethyl)azetidine; 1-(Cyanomethyl)azetidine
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Azetidin-1-Yl)Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry for identity and purity verification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

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