Description

Ethyl(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)Malononitrile is a specialized malononitrile derivative, a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique branched alkyl structure makes it a valuable precursor for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the construction of nitrogen-containing heterocycles, such as pyrazoles and pyrimidines, found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel pesticidal compounds.
• Functional Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for dyes, pigments, and organic electronic materials due to its malononitrile core.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial labs for methodology development and exploring new chemical spaces.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in multi-step synthesis processes to introduce specific functional groups and molecular complexity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)Malononitrile
CAS No.	85688-95-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₈N₂
Molecular Weight	178.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)malononitrile; 2-tert-Butyl-2-ethylmalononitrile; tert-Butylethylmalononitrile; 2-(tert-Butyl)-2-ethylpropanedinitrile; Ethyl-tert-butylmalononitrile; Propanedinitrile, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2-ethyl-; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-ethylpropanedinitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)Malononitrile is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high chemical purity and consistency suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, is performed. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.