Description

3-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing pyridine-based scaffolds with specific electronic and steric properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) active compound research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine and nitrile groups confer enhanced biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Used in exploratory chemistry for method development and creating novel chemical libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	1211515-95-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5FN2O
Molecular Weight	152.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-fluoro-5-methoxypyridine; 5-Methoxy-3-fluoropicolinonitrile; 3-Fluoro-5-methoxypicolinonitrile; 3-Fluoro-5-methoxy-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 3-fluoro-5-methoxy-; 1211515-95-5
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Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoro-5-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Maximum Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%

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