Description

Pentanedioic Acid, 2-Cyano-, Dimethyl Ester (9Ci) is a versatile cyano-substituted diester building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key precursor in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing cyano and ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce polar cyano groups, enhancing the adhesion and thermal properties of specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Michael additions, cyclization reactions, and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds like pyrroles and pyridines.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized colorants and optical brighteners.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanedioic Acid, 2-Cyano-, Dimethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	84763-24-6
Molecular Formula	C8H11NO4
Molecular Weight	185.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2-cyanoglutarate; 2-Cyanopentanedioic acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 2-cyanopentanedioate; 2-Cyanoglutaric Acid Dimethyl Ester; Glutaric acid, 2-cyano-, dimethyl ester; NSC 163045; 1,5-Dimethyl 2-cyanopentanedioate
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Quality Control

Our Pentanedioic Acid, 2-Cyano-, Dimethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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