Description

2-Methyl-3-Oxo-3-(Pyridin-3-Yl)Propanenitrile is a high-purity organic building block featuring a pyridine ring and a nitrile functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research of advanced organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or scaffold in the design of enzyme inhibitors and other biologically active molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-3-Oxo-3-(Pyridin-3-Yl)Propanenitrile
CAS No.	1071089-08-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Pyridinyl)-2-methyl-3-oxopropanenitrile; 3-Oxo-3-(pyridin-3-yl)-2-methylpropanenitrile; 2-Methyl-3-oxo-3-(3-pyridyl)propionitrile; 3-Pyridinepropanenitrile, 3-oxo-2-methyl-; 3-(3-Pyridyl)-2-methyl-3-oxopropanenitrile; 1071089-08-1; 3-Oxo-2-methyl-3-(3-pyridinyl)propanenitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-3-Oxo-3-(Pyridin-3-Yl)Propanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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