Description

6-Chloro-2-Methylnicotinonitrile is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block, specifically a substituted pyridine derivative. This compound is essential for facilitating complex organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its pyridine core structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in fundamental chemical research to explore new reactions and synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Methylnicotinonitrile
CAS No.	66909-36-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2
Molecular Weight	152.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-chloronicotinonitrile; 6-Chloro-2-methyl-3-cyanopyridine; 3-Cyano-6-chloro-2-methylpyridine; 2-Methyl-6-chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; Nicotinonitrile, 6-chloro-2-methyl-; 6-Chloro-2-methylpyridine-3-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Chloro-2-Methylnicotinonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the identity, purity, and consistency required for critical R&D and scale-up processes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as 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.