Description

3-Cyanopyridine is a versatile heterocyclic nitrile compound serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive cyano group and pyridine ring, which enable the production of high-value intermediates for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drugs, including vasodilators and vitamin B3 (niacin/niacinamide) derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in manufacturing advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, ligands, and complex organic molecules in specialty chemistry.
• Research & Development: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial labs for exploring new reaction pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized to synthesize pyridine-based ligands for coordination chemistry and catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyanopyridine
CAS No.	100-54-9
Molecular Formula	C6H4N2
Molecular Weight	104.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Nicotinonitrile; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile; β-Cyanopyridine; Pyridine-3-carbonitrile; 3-Pyridyl cyanide; m-Cyanopyridine; Niacin nitrile; 3-CN-Pyridine
EINECS	202-864-0

Quality Control

Our 3-Cyanopyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthesis and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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