Description

2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 6-(Hydroxymethyl)- (9Ci) is a versatile pyridine derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a nitrile and a hydroxymethyl group on the pyridine ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing functionalized pyridine or piperidine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals or conductive polymers, where its aromatic and polar functional groups can be incorporated.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for synthesizing molecular probes and inhibitors to study enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 6-(Hydroxymethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	50624-67-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-pyridineacetonitrile; (6-Hydroxymethylpyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile; 2-(6-Hydroxymethylpyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile; 6-Hydroxymethyl-2-pyridylacetonitrile; 2-Cyano-6-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine; 6-(Hydroxymethyl)picolinonitrile; 2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 6-(hydroxymethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridineacetonitrile, 6-(Hydroxymethyl)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

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). This compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

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