Description

3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-(Aminooxy)-(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 pyridinecarbonitrile core and a reactive aminooxy group, enabling its use in the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry, linker technology, and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: The aminooxy group is highly effective for forming stable oxime bonds with carbonyl groups, making it valuable for protein labeling, antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) development, and polymer functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop activity-based probes and other tools for studying biological processes and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-(Aminooxy)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	158549-15-6
Molecular Formula	C7H5N3O
Molecular Weight	147.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Aminooxy)nicotinonitrile; 2-(Aminooxy)-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 2-Aminooxypyridine-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-2-pyridyloxyamine; O-(3-Cyanopyridin-2-yl)hydroxylamine; 2-Pyridinyloxyamine-3-carbonitrile; (3-Cyanopyridin-2-yl)oxyamine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-(Aminooxy)-(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistency for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the sealed container to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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