Description

2-Chloro-3-Cyano-6-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine CAS NO 26820-34-8 is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block characterized by its reactive chloro, cyano, and nitro substituents. This compound matters as a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, enabling the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel pyridine-based scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for creating functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the development of molecular probes and labeling agents due to its modifiable functional groups.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Facilitates methodological development and discovery chemistry in both university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-3-Cyano-6-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	26820-34-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	197.58 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-chloro-6-methylnicotinonitrile; 2-Chloro-5-nitro-6-methyl-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 3-Cyano-2-chloro-6-methyl-5-nitropyridine; 6-Methyl-5-nitro-2-chloronicotinonitrile; 2-Chloro-6-methyl-5-nitro-3-cyanopyridine; 2-Chloro-3-cyano-6-methyl-5-nitropyridine; 5-Nitro-2-chloro-6-methyl-3-cyanopyridine; Pyridine, 2-chloro-3-cyano-6-methyl-5-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-3-Cyano-6-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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