Description

3-Cyano-5-Phenylpyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a cyano group and a phenyl-substituted pyridine ring, makes it a critical precursor for the development of complex pharmacologically active molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes and inhibitors to study biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A high-value starting material for custom synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production needs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Cyano-5-Phenylpyridine
CAS No.	10177-11-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈N₂
Molecular Weight	180.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Phenyl-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-phenyl-; 5-Phenylnicotinonitrile; 3-Cyano-5-phenylpyridine; 5-Phenyl-3-cyanopyridine; Nicotinonitrile, 5-phenyl-; 3-Cyano-5-phenyl-pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Cyano-5-Phenylpyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.