Description

2-Amino-5-Cyanopyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key organic intermediate. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an amino group and a cyano group on a pyridine scaffold, enabling diverse chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and other biologically active heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for bespoke chemical synthesis services.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Amino-5-Cyanopyridine
CAS No.	4214-73-7
Molecular Formula	C6H5N3
Molecular Weight	119.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Cyano-2-aminopyridine; 5-Cyano-2-pyridinamine; 2-Pyridinamine, 5-cyano-; 2-Amino-5-cyanopyridine; 5-Cyanopyridin-2-amine; 2-Amino-5-pyridinecarbonitrile; Aminopyridinecarbonitrile
EINECS	224-154-4

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Cyanopyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168 - 172 °C
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.