Description

4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-(Bromomethyl)-(9Ci) is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a nitrile and a reactive bromomethyl group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functionalized ligands. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it enables the development of novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or as kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes due to its reactive handles.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-up: A fundamental reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis facilities working on complex multi-step syntheses.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-(Bromomethyl)-(9Ci)
CAS No.	597563-02-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrN2
Molecular Weight	197.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)isonicotinonitrile; 2-(Bromomethyl)-4-cyanopyridine; 4-Cyano-2-(bromomethyl)pyridine; Isonicotinonitrile, 2-(bromomethyl)-; 2-Bromomethyl-4-cyanopyridine; (4-Cyanopyridin-2-yl)methyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-(Bromomethyl)-(9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high chemical purity and consistency suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications. 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.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

Specification

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