Description

2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 1,6-Dihydro-1-Methyl-6-Oxo- (9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex nitrogen-containing scaffolds, which are central to modern pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and heterocyclic compound synthesis.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP conditions for clinical trial material production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 1,6-Dihydro-1-Methyl-6-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	412034-80-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,6-Dihydro-1-methyl-6-oxo-2-pyridineacetonitrile; 1-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridineacetonitrile; 2-(Cyanomethyl)-1-methyl-1,6-dihydropyridin-6-one; 1-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydropyridine-2-acetonitrile; (1-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridinyl)acetonitrile
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Quality Control

We supply 2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 1,6-Dihydro-1-Methyl-6-Oxo- (9Ci) in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We support development from milligram to kilogram scale with consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.