Description

4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,3-Mercapto-(9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a nitrile and a mercapto group on a pyridine core, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and ligand synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material for creating complex chelating agents and catalysts in coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential building block for functionalized polymers or advanced organic materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,3-Mercapto-(9Ci)
CAS No.	147055-80-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2S
Molecular Weight	148.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Mercapto-4-cyanopyridine; 4-Cyano-3-mercaptopyridine; 3-Mercaptopyridine-4-carbonitrile; 3-Sulfanylpyridine-4-carbonitrile; 3-Mercaptoisonicotinonitrile; 3-Mercapto-4-pyridinecarbonitrile; 3-Pyridinethiol, 4-cyano-; 3-Thiol-4-cyanopyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,3-Mercapto-(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
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.