Description

2-(3-Aminopyridin-2-Yl)Acetonitrile is a versatile and high-value pyridine-based nitrile building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an amine and a nitrile group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, receptor antagonists, and other small-molecule drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific pyridine-based architectures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Aminopyridin-2-Yl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	1018949-67-1
Molecular Formula	C7H7N3
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Aminopyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Amino-2-pyridinyl)acetonitrile; 2-(3-Aminopyridin-2-yl)ethanenitrile; 3-Amino-2-pyridineacetonitrile; (3-Aminopyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile; 2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 3-amino-; 1018949-67-1
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(3-Aminopyridin-2-Yl)Acetonitrile is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and scale-up applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or after opening. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to brown powder or crystalline solid
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.