Description

Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a pyridine ring and a reactive nitrile group, enabling diverse chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing pyridine-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, including cyclization reactions and the construction of fused heterocyclic systems.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	1232006-36-8
Molecular Formula	C6H4N2
Molecular Weight	104.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyanopyridine; Picolinonitrile; Picolinic acid nitrile; Pyridine-2-carbonitrile; α-Cyanopyridine; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile; 2-Pyridyl cyanide
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Quality Control

Our Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against stringent specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

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