Description

2,4-Dicyano-3-Isobutyl-Glutaric Acid is a specialized dicarboxylic acid derivative featuring cyano and isobutyl functional groups, making it a versatile synthon for complex organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the development of advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and high-performance polymers. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a glutaric acid backbone with specific steric and electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its bifunctional reactivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyamides, polyesters, and other high-performance polymers with tailored properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The cyano and carboxylic acid groups make it a useful scaffold for designing novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,4-Dicyano-3-Isobutyl-Glutaric Acid
CAS No.	99068-93-6
Molecular Formula	C12H16N2O4
Molecular Weight	252.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isobutyl-2,4-dicyanoglutaric acid; 2,4-Dicyano-3-(2-methylpropyl)pentanedioic acid; Glutaric acid, 2,4-dicyano-3-(2-methylpropyl)-; 2,4-Dicyano-3-isobutylpentanedioic acid; DCIGA
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Quality Control

Our production of 2,4-Dicyano-3-Isobutyl-Glutaric Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis steps. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.