Description

2-Isocyanovaleric Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile isocyanate ester building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive isocyanate group, enabling the efficient construction of ureas, carbamates, and other heterocyclic structures critical in pharmaceutical and agrochemical development. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemical intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing urea or carbamate functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific isocyanate-derived linkages.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polyurethanes and other polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry for lead optimization and the construction of diverse compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for various high-value industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isocyanovaleric Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	730964-73-5
Molecular Formula	C7H11NO3
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Isocyanovalerate; Methyl 2-Isocyanopentanoate; 2-Isocyanopentanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Valeric Acid, 2-Isocyan-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-Methyl-2-isocyanobutanoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Isocyanovaleric Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers' regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and alcohols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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