Description

1-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfanyl)-2-Oxo-6-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydro-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its unique pyridinecarbonitrile core. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex, biologically active molecules, offering researchers and manufacturers a reliable and consistent starting material. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for research and development, process optimization, and scale-up production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for therapeutic areas requiring complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new crop protection agents, including herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its sulfur-containing functional group.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing specialized chemicals for material science and electronics applications.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in university and institutional laboratories for medicinal chemistry research and the exploration of new chemical entities.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development, validation, and quality control processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfanyl)-2-Oxo-6-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydro-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile
CAS No.	67686-47-9
Molecular Formula	C14H12N2OS
Molecular Weight	256.32 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-1-methyl-4-(methylthio)-6-phenyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 4-(Methylthio)-1-methyl-2-oxo-6-phenyl-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 1-Methyl-4-(methylthio)-2-oxo-6-phenyl-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 6-Phenyl-1-methyl-4-methylsulfanyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile; CAS 67686-47-9
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-4-(Methylsulfanyl)-2-Oxo-6-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydro-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.