Description

2-(Pyridin-3-Ylmethylidene)Propanedinitrile is a versatile organic compound featuring a conjugated pyridine-malononitrile structure, making it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a key intermediate for the development of complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for innovative product development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic framework for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a key component in the synthesis of electron-accepting units for organic semiconductors and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Utilized as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and pigments due to its extended π-conjugation system.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Pyridin-3-Ylmethylidene)Propanedinitrile
CAS No.	7424-56-8
Molecular Formula	C9H5N3
Molecular Weight	155.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridylmethylidenemalononitrile; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2,2-dicyanoethenyl deriv.; 2-(3-Pyridylmethylene)malononitrile; (3-Pyridylmethylene)malononitrile; 2-[(Pyridin-3-yl)methylidene]propanedinitrile; 3-Pyridylidenemalononitrile; Propanedinitrile, 2-(3-pyridinylmethylene)-; 2-(3-Pyridinylmethylene)propanedinitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Pyridin-3-Ylmethylidene)Propanedinitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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%

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