Description

6-(Cyanomethyl)Nicotinonitrile is a versatile and high-value organic compound featuring a pyridine core substituted with two nitrile functional groups. This unique structure makes it a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting the central nervous system and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile nitrile-functionalized pyridine scaffold for contract research and custom chemical synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(Cyanomethyl)Nicotinonitrile
CAS No.	1000516-33-5
Molecular Formula	C8H5N3
Molecular Weight	143.15 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Cyanomethyl)pyridine-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-6-(cyanomethyl)pyridine; 6-(Cyanomethyl)nicotinonitrile; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-(cyanomethyl)-; Nicotinonitrile, 6-(cyanomethyl)-; Pyridine, 3-cyano-6-(cyanomethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 6-(Cyanomethyl)Nicotinonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for research and scale-up applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.