Description

3-Amino-6-Methoxypyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring both amino and cyano functional groups on a methoxypyridine scaffold. This compound matters as a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it enables the construction of novel active ingredients. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical discovery, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and other small-molecule drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic frameworks due to its electron-donating and accepting properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing fluorescent tags, enzyme inhibitors, and other molecular probes for biological research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for the production of bespoke compounds and scaled-up processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-6-Methoxypyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	1314902-70-9
Molecular Formula	C7H7N3O
Molecular Weight	149.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-amino-6-methoxypyridine; 6-Methoxy-3-aminopyridine-2-carbonitrile; 3-Amino-6-methoxy-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 3-amino-6-methoxy-; 6-Methoxy-3-aminopicolinonitrile; 3-Amino-6-methoxypicolinonitrile; 3-Amino-6-methoxy-2-cyanopyridine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-6-Methoxypyridine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.