Description

1,4-Dihydro-1-Methyl-4-Oxo-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile is a versatile pyridine derivative and a key heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which serves as a critical precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the fine chemical and life sciences industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes and inhibitors for biochemical and pharmacological research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dihydro-1-Methyl-4-Oxo-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile
CAS No.	767-98-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O
Molecular Weight	134.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-1-methyl-4-pyridone; 1-Methyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile; 3-Cyano-1-methyl-4(1H)-pyridinone; 1-Methyl-3-cyano-4-pyridone; 4-Oxo-1-methyl-1,4-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 1-Methyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 1,4-dihydro-1-methyl-4-oxo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dihydro-1-Methyl-4-Oxo-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance 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 the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

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.