Description

1-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound, specifically a pyridone derivative, that serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile chemical building block. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitrile and a lactam moiety, makes it an essential precursor for synthesizing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry. This compound is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis teams for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile synthon for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles in academic and industrial labs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	63486-97-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O
Molecular Weight	134.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-1-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 1-Methyl-2-cyano-6(1H)-pyridone; 1-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 1,6-dihydro-1-methyl-6-oxo-; 1-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydropyridine-2-carbonitrile; 1-Methyl-2-cyanopyrid-6-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided for all shipments, and we support custom synthesis to meet specific purity or packaging requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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.