Description

5-(Aminomethyl)Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile bifunctional organic building block featuring both an aminomethyl group and a nitrile functionality on a pyridine core. This compound is of significant value in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds and active molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the pyridine moiety for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Functional Material Precursor: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis Building Block: Essential for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs performing bespoke synthesis for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Aminomethyl)Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	182159-40-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7N3
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-5-(aminomethyl)pyridine; 5-(Aminomethyl)-2-cyanopyridine; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-(aminomethyl)-; (2-Cyano-5-pyridinyl)methanamine; 5-(Aminomethyl)picolinonitrile; 5-(Aminomethyl)-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; Aminomethylpyridinecarbonitrile; 5-(Aminomethyl)-2-cyanopyridine
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Quality Control

Our 5-(Aminomethyl)Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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 development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full batch traceability are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

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	≤ 0.5%

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