Description

2-Cyano-3-Phenylacrylamide is a versatile organic intermediate featuring a reactive acrylamide core substituted with cyano and phenyl groups. This molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing pyridine or other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific cyanoacrylamide motifs.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing advanced organic dyes and colorants.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-3-Phenylacrylamide
CAS No.	709-79-5
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-phenyl-2-propenamide; (2E)-2-Cyano-3-phenylprop-2-enamide; 3-Phenyl-2-cyanoacrylamide; α-Cyano-β-phenylacrylamide; Cinnamamide, α-cyano-; NSC 403697; Phenylacrylamide, 2-cyano-3-; 2-Propenamide, 2-cyano-3-phenyl-
EINECS	211-915-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-3-Phenylacrylamide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	185 - 190 °C
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.