Description

α-(1-Methoxypropylidene)-4-Nitro-Benzeneacetonitrile is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a nitrile group and a nitro-substituted aromatic system. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for creating novel active ingredients and agrochemical manufacturers developing new crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Valuable reagent in methodological chemistry studies and process development for scaling novel synthetic routes.
• Chemical Library Development: Employed in combinatorial chemistry and high-throughput screening for drug discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-(1-Methoxypropylidene)-4-Nitro-Benzeneacetonitrile
CAS No.	885428-60-4
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2O3
Molecular Weight	232.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-α-(1-methoxypropylidene)benzeneacetonitrile; (Z)-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-3-methoxybut-2-enenitrile; 2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-3-methoxybut-2-enenitrile; α-(1-Methoxypropylidene)-4-nitrobenzeneacetonitrile; But-2-enenitrile, 2-(4-nitrophenyl)-3-methoxy-; (2Z)-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-3-methoxy-2-butenenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-(1-Methoxypropylidene)-4-Nitro-Benzeneacetonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.