Description

2-(Quinolin-2-Yl)Acetonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic nitrile building block, primarily valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both a quinoline moiety and a reactive nitrile group, makes it indispensable for constructing complex pharmacophores and functional materials. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of quinoline-based drug candidates, including potential anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the quinoline scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and other functional materials due to its electron-accepting properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental building block in medicinal chemistry and process research for exploring new chemical entities and optimizing synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Quinolin-2-Yl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	14068-28-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₈N₂
Molecular Weight	168.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Quinolineacetonitrile; (2-Quinolyl)acetonitrile; 2-Cyanomethylquinoline; Quinolin-2-ylacetonitrile; 2-Quinolinylacetonitrile; α-(2-Quinolyl)acetonitrile; 2-(2-Quinolinyl)ethanenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Quinolin-2-Yl)Acetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and scale-up applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.