Ethyl-2-isocyanoacetate

CAS: 2999-46-4

Ref. 3D-FE32404

Product Information

• Name: Ethyl-2-isocyanoacetate
• Synonyms: (Ethoxycarbonyl)methyl isonitrile, 2-Ethoxy-2-oxoethyl isocyanide, 2-Ethyloxycarbonylmethyl isocyanide, 2-Isocyanobutanoate, Acetic acid, 2-isocyano-, ethyl ester, Acetic acid, isocyano-, ethyl ester, Ethoxycarbonylmethyl isocyanide, Ethyl 2-isocyanoacetate, Ethyl α-isocyanoacetate, Isocyanoacetic acid ethyl ester, α-Isocyanoacetic acid ethyl ester

Description

Ethyl-2-isocyanoacetate is a chemical substance that is used in organic chemistry as a reagent for the synthesis of esters and amides. It has been shown to have strong antimicrobial activity against bacteria, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. This compound has also been shown to inhibit the growth of skin cancer cells, which may be due to its ability to induce apoptosis. Ethyl-2-isocyanoacetate reacts with nitro groups in proteins and amino acids by replacement of an oxygen atom from the hydroxyl group with a nitrogen atom from the carboxylic acid group. This reaction mechanism is catalyzed by ns3 protease, which is activated by hydrogen peroxide and thioredoxin reductase.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 113.11 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₇NO₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid