Description

Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-6-Carbonitrile, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)- is a high-value, heterocyclic organic building block characterized by its fused imidazole and pyridine rings, a nitrile group, and a hydroxymethyl substituent. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex pharmacologically active compounds. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients. The compound is supplied to meet the stringent purity and consistency requirements of advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for creating specialized organic ligands and functional polymers with tailored electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors for biochemical research.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-6-Carbonitrile, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-
CAS No.	1313726-32-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7N3O
Molecular Weight	173.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-6-carbonitrile; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-cyanoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-6-carbonitrile, 3-(hydroxymethyl)-; 6-Cyano-3-(hydroxymethyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 3-Hydroxymethyl-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-6-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our production of Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-6-Carbonitrile, 3-(Hydroxymethyl)- adheres to a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure compliance with exacting customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

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