Description

Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)Acetate is a versatile and high-purity synthetic intermediate characterized by its cyano and nitro-substituted phenyl structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those containing nitrile and nitroaromatic pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds requiring specific aromatic substitutions.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and studying reaction mechanisms involving cyanoacetates.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of organic semiconductors and nonlinear optical materials due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	91090-86-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₀N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	234.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (4-Nitrophenyl)cyanoacetate; Ethyl α-Cyano-4-nitrobenzeneacetate; 2-Cyano-2-(4-nitrophenyl)acetic acid ethyl ester; 4-Nitrophenylcyanoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; (4-Nitrophenyl)cyanoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (4-nitrophenyl)cyanoethanoate; NSC 403119
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Cyano-2-(4-Nitrophenyl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.