Description

trans-3-Methoxyacrylonitrile is a versatile, high-purity chemical intermediate characterized by its acrylonitrile functional group and methoxy substituent. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in cycloaddition and conjugate addition reactions, making it a critical building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, such as pyridines and pyrimidines, for drug discovery and development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in manufacturing advanced crop protection agents, including herbicides and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers and functional materials due to its polymerizable nitrile group.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including Diels-Alder and Michael addition reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-3-Methoxyacrylonitrile
CAS No.	69194-03-2
Molecular Formula	C5H7NO
Molecular Weight	97.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-Methoxyacrylonitrile; trans-3-Methoxy-2-propenenitrile; 3-Methoxyacrylonitrile; (E)-3-Methoxy-2-propenenitrile; 2-Propenenitrile, 3-methoxy-, (E)-; 3-Methoxyprop-2-enenitrile
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Quality Control

Our trans-3-Methoxyacrylonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Ensure containers are kept upright and securely sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.98 - 1.02

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