Description

2,4,6-Tricyano-1,3,5-Triazine is a high-value, nitrogen-rich heterocyclic compound characterized by its symmetrical triazine core functionalized with three cyano groups. This unique structure makes it a versatile and critical building block in advanced material science and specialty chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and antiviral applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a core scaffold for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• High-Performance Polymer Monomer: Acts as a cross-linking agent and monomer for producing heat-resistant polymers, polyimides, and cyanate ester resins used in electronics and aerospace.
• Ligand and Coordination Chemistry: Employed in the design of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its multiple nitrogen donor sites.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated as a component in the development of advanced, nitrogen-rich energetic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized triazine-based dyes and optical brighteners.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Tricyano-1,3,5-Triazine
CAS No.	7615-57-8
Molecular Formula	C6N6
Molecular Weight	180.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-tricarbonitrile; Cyanuric trinitrile; Tricyanogen; 2,4,6-Tricyanotriazine; sym-Tricyanotriazine; TCT; Triazine tricarbonitrile; 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-tricyanide
EINECS	231-542-0

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Tricyano-1,3,5-Triazine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and moisture content. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and scale-up.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the original container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	> 300 °C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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