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1-cyanocyclobutanecarboxylic acid; CAS No.: 30491-91-9; 1-cyanocyclobutanecarboxylic acid. PROPERTIES: This compound is a 1-cyanocyclobutanecarboxylic acid appearing as white crystalline powder. Its molecular weight is approximately 147.13 g/mol. It has melting point around 140-145 C. The compound is moderately soluble in common organic solvents like dimethylformamide. It's moisture sensitive and may hydrolyze upon exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store in tightly sealed containers under nitrogen atmosphere. Keep below 25 C and protect from moisture. Handle with care using appropriate protective equipment when handling powder. APPLICATIONS: 1-cyanocyclobutanecarboxylic acid is utilized in organic synthesis as cyanocyclobutyl building block as detailed in Synthetic Communications. It's employed in preparation of certain anticonvulsant agents mentioned in Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. Additionally, this compound serves as intermediate for synthesizing cyclobutyl-containing pharmaceuticals reported in Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters. The cyano group provides valuable site for further functionalization in drug discovery projects.