Description

5-Cyano-6-Methyl-7-Azaindole is a high-value nitrogen-containing heterocyclic building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused azaindole structure with a cyano functional group makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to introduce the azaindole scaffold.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in discovery chemistry for library synthesis and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Cyano-6-Methyl-7-Azaindole
CAS No.	1000340-86-2
Molecular Formula	C9H7N3
Molecular Weight	157.17 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-7-azaindole-5-carbonitrile; 1H-Pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine-5-carbonitrile, 6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine-5-carbonitrile; 5-Cyano-6-methyl-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 5-Cyano-6-Methyl-7-Azaindole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to support your R&D and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
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.