Technical grade
Ethyl Isocyanide
C3H6N+56.09 g/mol
Ethyl Isocyanide is a versatile intermediate primarily used in organic synthesis and chemical research. It is recognized for its role in the production of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This product is a liquid compound with a molecular formula of C3H6N+ and is supplied in 25 Kg packages, making it suitable for lab-scale to industrial applications.
Main applicationOrganic synthesis — serves as an important intermediate in producing pharmaceuticals.
Ethyl Isocyanide is significant in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where it enables advanced chemical reactions that lead to the creation of effective compounds. The use of this intermediate supports innovation and efficiency in synthesis processes, making it a valuable resource for laboratories and industries.
Also known as
- Ethylisokyanid
- Ethylkarbylamin
- ethyl(methylidyne)azanium
- RefChem:596230
- Ethyl Isocyanide
- Ethyl isonitrile
- Ethylcarbylamine
- ethylisonitrile

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Supplied in 25 Kg containers.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Chemical formula
- C3H6N+
- Molecular weight
- 56.09 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
Ethyl Isocyanide, with a molecular weight of 56.09 g/mol, is a colorless liquid that serves as a crucial building block in synthetic chemistry. Its unique structure facilitates the formation of complex molecules in various chemical reactions, particularly when utilized as an intermediate. When ordering, technical buyers should specify the pack size of 25 Kg, considering its intended application. This grade is manufactured by SinoChem Nanjing, ensuring consistent quality for industrial use.
Delivery
Ethyl Isocyanide is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Organic synthesis — serves as an important intermediate in producing pharmaceuticals.
- Chemical research — utilized for studying isocyanide chemistry.
- Agrochemical production — aids in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals.
- Material science — potentially used in the development of new materials.
- Laboratory experiments — essential for research and educational purposes.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Facilitates diverse synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.
- Provides high reactivity, which is advantageous in chemical reactions.
- Compact pack size of 25 Kg is convenient for various scales of use.
- Versatile applications across multiple industries enhance its utility.
- Molecular formula supports precise formulations in chemical research.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the chemical formula of Ethyl Isocyanide?
The chemical formula of Ethyl Isocyanide is C3H6N+, giving a molecular weight of 56.09 g/mol. The CAS number for this product is not currently listed; contact us if you need it confirmed for documentation.
What are the other names for Ethyl Isocyanide?
Ethyl Isocyanide is also referred to as Ethylisokyanid, Ethylkarbylamin, ethyl(methylidyne)azanium, RefChem:596230, Ethyl Isocyanide and Ethyl isonitrile. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Ethyl Isocyanide is supplied?
Ethyl Isocyanide is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Ethyl Isocyanide look like?
Ethyl Isocyanide is described as colorless liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Ethyl Isocyanide used for?
Common applications include organic synthesis — serves as an important intermediate in producing pharmaceuticals., chemical research — utilized for studying isocyanide chemistry., agrochemical production — aids in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals., material science — potentially used in the development of new materials. and laboratory experiments — essential for research and educational purposes.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Ethyl Isocyanide?
Ethyl Isocyanide is supplied to the Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Ethyl Isocyanide available in?
Supplied in 25 Kg containers. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
Related to Ethyl Isocyanide
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 4474585pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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