Description

1,3,6-Hexanetricarbonitrile is a versatile aliphatic trinitrile compound, valued for its unique structure as a multi-functional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its three nitrile groups offer multiple reactive sites for constructing complex molecules, making it a critical intermediate for research and industrial applications. This chemical is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing active ingredients, ligands, and novel polymeric materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific nitrile functionalities.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer for creating specialty polymers, coatings, and adhesives with enhanced thermal and chemical resistance.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized in coordination chemistry to develop novel ligands for catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures, including dendrimers and macrocycles.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and developing innovative materials in R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,6-Hexanetricarbonitrile
CAS No.	1772-25-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9N3
Molecular Weight	159.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexane-1,3,6-tricarbonitrile; 1,3,6-Tricyanohexane; 3-(2-Cyanoethyl)glutarodinitrile; 3-(2-Cyanoethyl)pentanedinitrile; Glutaric acid dinitrile, 3-cyanoethyl-; NSC 66429
EINECS	217-200-9

Quality Control

Our 1,3,6-Hexanetricarbonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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