Description

(3-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Cyanamide is a high-purity, bifunctional organic building block featuring both cyano and cyanamide functional groups on a pyridine scaffold. This compound matters for its versatility as a key synthon in the development of complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor for synthesizing novel kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and other bioactive nitrogen heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile building block for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional polymers, coordination polymers (MOFs), and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring complex, multi-step transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Cyanamide
CAS No.	1255147-36-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4N4
Molecular Weight	144.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyanoguanidinopyridine; 2-(Cyanamino)nicotinonitrile; 2-Cyanamino-3-cyanopyridine; (3-Cyano-2-pyridinyl)cyanamide; 3-Cyano-2-pyridinylcyanamide; N-Cyano-3-cyanopyridin-2-amine; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, N-cyano-3-cyano-
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Quality Control

Our (3-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Cyanamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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