Description

Methyl 4-(Cyanoacetyl)Benzoate is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate featuring both a benzoate ester and a cyanoacetyl functional group. This bifunctional structure makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with a benzoyl or aryl acetic acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials requiring specific aromatic and polarizable groups.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to introduce cyano or ester functionalities into polymer chains, altering physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and functionalized aromatics.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the manufacture of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(Cyanoacetyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	69316-08-1
Molecular Formula	C11H9NO3
Molecular Weight	203.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(2-cyanoacetyl)benzoate; 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenyl cyanoacetate; Benzoic acid, 4-(cyanoacetyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl p-(cyanoacetyl)benzoate; 4-Carbomethoxyphenyl cyanoacetate; Cyanoacetic acid 4-methoxycarbonylphenyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-(Cyanoacetyl)Benzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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