Description

2-([5-(4-Pyridinyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-Yl]Sulfanyl)Acetonitrile is a high-value heterocyclic building block featuring a pyridine-linked oxadiazole core with a reactive nitrile-terminated sulfide linker. This compound matters for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures through its multiple reactive sites. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials researchers need it for developing new active ingredients, ligands, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with novel modes of action.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers to impart specific chemical or physical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for synthetic chemistry research in universities and CROs exploring new heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-([5-(4-Pyridinyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-Yl]Sulfanyl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	477856-82-9
Molecular Formula	C9H6N4OS
Molecular Weight	218.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(5-(Pyridin-4-yl)-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)sulfanyl]acetonitrile; 2-((5-(4-Pyridyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)thio)acetonitrile; 4-(5-((Cyanomethyl)thio)-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)pyridine; Acetonitrile, 2-[[5-(4-pyridinyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl]thio]-; 477856-82-9
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Quality Control

Our 2-([5-(4-Pyridinyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-Yl]Sulfanyl)Acetonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.