Description

Pentanedioic Acid, 2-(Cyanomethyl)-, Dimethyl Ester (9Ci) is a specialized diester derivative of glutaric acid, featuring a strategically positioned cyano group. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable high-purity chemical intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in fine chemical and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing who require precise building blocks for novel compound libraries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a functionalized glutarate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its cyano and ester groups offer versatile sites for further chemical modification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers that demand specific functional group integration.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex heterocycles and other nitrogen-containing compounds via reactions of the cyano and ester functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a precursor for creating novel chelating ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanedioic Acid, 2-(Cyanomethyl)-, Dimethyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	90643-94-0
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO4
Molecular Weight	199.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 2-(Cyanomethyl)glutarate; 2-(Cyanomethyl)pentanedioic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl (Cyanomethyl)glutarate; Glutaric Acid, 2-(Cyanomethyl)-, Dimethyl Ester; 90643-94-0; Pentanedioic acid, 2-(cyanomethyl)-, 1,5-dimethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Pentanedioic Acid, 2-(Cyanomethyl)-, Dimethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality management and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.