Description

Diethyl 3-(Cyanomethylene)Pentanedioate is a versatile diester building block featuring a reactive cyanomethylene group. This compound is valued for its bifunctional nature, serving as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical compounds. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing glutarimide or related heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Michael addition reactions, cyclization processes, and as a starting material for preparing functionalized diesters and diamides.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Serves in the synthesis of complex organic colorants and functional dyes due to its conjugated system potential.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 3-(Cyanomethylene)Pentanedioate
CAS No.	91248-21-4
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO4
Molecular Weight	225.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Cyanomethylene)glutaric Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 2-(Cyanomethylene)glutarate; Diethyl (Cyanomethylene)glutarate; 2-(Cyanomethylene)pentanedioic Acid Diethyl Ester; Glutaric Acid, 2-(Cyanomethylene)-, Diethyl Ester; 1,5-Diethyl 2-(Cyanomethylene)pentanedioate; Diethyl 3-Cyanomethylene Glutarate
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Quality Control

Our Diethyl 3-(Cyanomethylene)Pentanedioate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
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.