Description

2,4,6-Trichloronicotinonitrile is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring three chlorine atoms and a nitrile group on the pyridine ring, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used to synthesize specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Precursor for developing functional organic materials, including liquid crystals and electronic chemicals.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trichloronicotinonitrile
CAS No.	40381-91-7
Molecular Formula	C6H1Cl3N2
Molecular Weight	207.44 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Trichloropyridine-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-2,4,6-trichloropyridine; Nicotinonitrile, 2,4,6-trichloro-; 2,4,6-Trichloro-3-cyanopyridine; Trichloronicotinonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Trichloronicotinonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports your regulatory compliance needs for research and production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.