Description

3,5-Dimethylisonicotinonitrile is a high-purity, versatile nitrile-substituted pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a reactive nitrile group and a sterically defined pyridine core, enabling precise chemical transformations. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to construct complex heterocyclic frameworks and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create sophisticated pyridine-based ligands for transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific, high-value heterocyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dimethylisonicotinonitrile
CAS No.	7584-08-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyl-4-cyanopyridine; 4-Cyano-3,5-dimethylpyridine; 3,5-Dimethylpyridine-4-carbonitrile; Isonicotinonitrile, 3,5-dimethyl-; 4-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 3,5-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dimethylisonicotinonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated environments.

Storage

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

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.