Description

3,4-Pyridinedicarbonitrile, 6-Ethyl-2-Iodo- is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyridine core functionalized with nitrile and iodo substituents. This advanced chemical intermediate is valued for its versatility in facilitating complex molecular transformations, particularly in the synthesis of novel pharmacologically active compounds. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds and as a key building block in medicinal chemistry programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with novel modes of action.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) due to the reactive iodo substituent.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of novel chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for exploratory chemistry in academic institutions and contract research organizations (CROs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Pyridinedicarbonitrile, 6-Ethyl-2-Iodo-
CAS No.	245079-31-6
Molecular Formula	C9H6IN3
Molecular Weight	283.07 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Ethyl-2-iodopyridine-3,4-dicarbonitrile; 2-Iodo-6-ethylpyridine-3,4-dicarbonitrile; 3,4-Dicyano-6-ethyl-2-iodopyridine; 6-Ethyl-2-iodo-3,4-pyridinedicarbonitrile; 245079-31-6; 6-Ethyl-2-iodo-3,4-dicyanopyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,4-Pyridinedicarbonitrile, 6-Ethyl-2-Iodo- undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥95% by HPLC), identity confirmation, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Keep the container sealed to protect this light-sensitive material from moisture and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.