Description

2-Methyl-6-indolizinecarbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its indolizine core and nitrile functionality make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials, such as organic semiconductors and light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and pigments due to the chromophoric properties of the indolizine ring system.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic processes.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in heterocyclic and nitrile chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Methyl-6-indolizinecarbonitrile
CAS No.	22320-36-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2
Molecular Weight	156.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Cyano-2-methylindolizine; 2-Methylindolizine-6-carbonitrile; 2-Methyl-6-cyanoindolizine; 2-Methyl-6-indolizinecarbonitrile; Indolizine-6-carbonitrile, 2-methyl-; 22320-36-1; 2-Methyl-6-indolizyl cyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Methyl-6-indolizinecarbonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including results from HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee identity, purity, and consistency.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.