Description

3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,4-Amino-5-Methyl-(9Ci) is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and inhibitors for biochemical and pharmacological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,4-Amino-5-Methyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	183428-93-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7N3
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-5-methylnicotinonitrile; 4-Amino-5-methyl-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 5-Methyl-4-aminonicotinonitrile; 3-Cyano-4-amino-5-methylpyridine; 4-Amino-5-methyl-pyridine-3-carbonitrile; 5-Methyl-4-aminopyridine-3-carbonitrile; 4-Amino-5-methyl-3-cyanopyridine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile,4-Amino-5-Methyl-(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.