Description

4-Pyridinecarbonylisocyanate(9Ci) is a versatile and highly reactive organic building block, specifically an isocyanate derivative of picolinic acid. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing heterocyclic frameworks and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key reagent for the synthesis of carbamate and urea derivatives, which are core structures in various drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create potent bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the development of specialized polyurethanes and polyurea coatings with enhanced properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating libraries of heterocyclic compounds for screening.
• Material Science: Used in the surface functionalization of materials and the synthesis of advanced organic frameworks (MOFs/COFs).
• Bioconjugation: Acts as a linker molecule for attaching small molecules to proteins or other biomolecules in diagnostic and therapeutic agent development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridinecarbonylisocyanate(9Ci)
CAS No.	69166-51-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O2
Molecular Weight	148.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Isocyanatopyridine-2-carboxylic acid; Picolinoyl isocyanate; 2-Pyridinecarbonyl isocyanate; Isocyanic acid 2-pyridinylcarbonyl ester; 4-Pyridinecarbonyl isocyanate; 2-Pyridylcarbonyl isocyanate; 2-Carboxy-4-pyridyl isocyanate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Pyridinecarbonylisocyanate(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as alcohols, amines, and water.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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