Description

5-Fluoro-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a fluorine substituent and a nitrile group on a methylated pyridine core, makes it a critical intermediate for creating novel compounds with tailored properties. This product is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and the development of crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of specialized ligands, functionalized polymers, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fluoro-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	1261883-35-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5FN2
Molecular Weight	136.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-5-fluoro-3-methylpyridine; 3-Methyl-5-fluoropyridine-2-carbonitrile; 5-Fluoro-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 5-Fluoro-3-picolinonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-fluoro-3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Fluoro-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

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