Description

2-Cyano-3-Methylbut-2-Enoic Acid is a versatile cyanoacrylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a cyano group and a carboxylic acid, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with heterocyclic or acrylic acid-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive functional groups.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a precursor for electron-accepting materials and functional monomers used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaics.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer for specialty polymers, including adhesives and coatings with specific chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying cycloaddition reactions and as a scaffold for library synthesis in drug discovery.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced colorants and functional dyes due to its conjugated system.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-3-Methylbut-2-Enoic Acid
CAS No.	759-21-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-cyano-2-butenoic acid; 2-Cyano-3-methylcrotonic acid; 3-Methyl-2-cyanobut-2-enoic acid; 2-Butenoic acid, 2-cyano-3-methyl-; (E)-2-Cyano-3-methylbut-2-enoic acid; 2-Cyano-3-methyl-2-butenoic acid; α-Cyano-β-methylcrotonic acid
EINECS	212-063-7

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Cyano-3-Methylbut-2-Enoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous standards required for pharmaceutical and high-value chemical intermediates.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to the presence of reactive functional groups, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to minimize potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	145 - 150 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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