Description

Pyrrole-2-Carbonitrile, 4-Acetyl- (8Ci) is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring both nitrile and acetyl functional groups on a pyrrole core. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced organic materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with pyrrole-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for π-conjugated systems in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: The nitrile and carbonyl groups can coordinate to metal centers, making it useful for creating novel catalysts or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialized heterocyclic dyes and pigments due to the chromophoric nature of the substituted pyrrole ring.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyrrole-2-Carbonitrile, 4-Acetyl- (8Ci)
CAS No.	16168-91-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O
Molecular Weight	134.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetyl-1H-pyrrole-2-carbonitrile; 4-Acetyl-2-cyanopyrrole; 2-Cyano-4-acetylpyrrole; 1H-Pyrrole-2-carbonitrile, 4-acetyl-; 4-Acetylpyrrole-2-carbonitrile; 4-Acetyl-2-pyrrolecarbonitrile; 4-Acetyl-1H-pyrrole-2-carbonitrile (8CI)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pyrrole-2-Carbonitrile, 4-Acetyl- (8Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO standards for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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.