Description

3-Isocyanatopyridine is a versatile and highly reactive heterocyclic building block, essential for the synthesis of complex molecules. Its pyridine ring and isocyanate functionality make it a critical intermediate for introducing specific binding motifs and modifying physicochemical properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for producing polyurethanes and other specialty polymers with enhanced properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalytic systems.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized for labeling and modifying biomolecules to study biological pathways and interactions.
• Material Science Research: Integral in developing advanced materials like coatings, adhesives, and functional surfaces with tailored characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Isocyanatopyridine
CAS No.	15268-31-2
Molecular Formula	C6H4N2O
Molecular Weight	120.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridyl isocyanate; Isocyanic acid, 3-pyridyl ester; 3-Pyridine isocyanate; m-Pyridyl isocyanate; 3-Isocyanato-pyridine; Pyridine-3-isocyanate; 3-Isocyanato pyridine; 3-PIC
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Quality Control

Our 3-Isocyanatopyridine is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. We adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable, and all products are supported by comprehensive analytical data. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and moisture-sensitive nature, store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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