Description

2-Cyano-5-Iodopyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a cyano and an iodine substituent, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules through cross-coupling and functional group transformation reactions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities. The product is supplied under strict quality control to ensure reliability for sensitive applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialized polymers and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom is an excellent site for palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Sonogashira couplings to form biaryl structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to synthesize complex chelating ligands for catalytic systems.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-5-Iodopyridine
CAS No.	41960-47-8
Molecular Formula	C6H3IN2
Molecular Weight	230.01 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-2-cyanopyridine; 5-Iodopicolinonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-iodo-; 5-Iodo-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 2-Cyano-5-iodopyridine; ICN-0005; AI3-52302; CTK8C0898
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Cyano-5-Iodopyridine is manufactured and tested under a stringent quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your regulatory and R&D needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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