Description

2-Cyano-3-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block characterized by its nitropyridine core functionalized with cyano and methyl groups. This compound is of significant value in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitro and cyano substituents for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of functionalized polymers or organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized in creating molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyano-3-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	65169-63-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5N3O2
Molecular Weight	163.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 3-Methyl-5-nitro-2-cyanopyridine; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 3-methyl-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-3-methylpicolinonitrile; 3-Methyl-5-nitropicolinonitrile; 2-Cyano-3-methyl-5-nitropyridine; 3-Methyl-5-nitro-2-cyanopyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Cyano-3-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.