Description

2-Cyano-Pentanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is a versatile cyano diester compound, also known as diethyl 2-cyanoglutarate. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key building block in complex organic syntheses. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing glutaric acid derivatives or cyano functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive ester and nitrile groups.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis for creating complex molecules, dyes, and specialty polymers.
• Research & Development: Serves as a valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymeric materials with unique properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-Pentanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester
CAS No.	7251-97-0
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO4
Molecular Weight	213.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2-cyanoglutarate; Diethyl 2-cyano-1,5-pentanedioate; 2-Cyanoglutaric Acid Diethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-cyano-3-ethoxycarbonylpropionate; 7251-97-0; Glutaric acid, 2-cyano-, diethyl ester; Diethyl α-cyanoglutarate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-Pentanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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