Description

5-Fornyl-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile is a versatile pyridine derivative featuring both a formyl and a nitrile functional group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure is critical for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and pharmaceutical intermediates. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing fluorescent tags and molecular probes for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up production under cGMP guidelines.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Fornyl-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile
CAS No.	70416-53-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O
Molecular Weight	132.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formylnicotinonitrile; 3-Cyano-5-formylpyridine; 5-Formyl-3-cyanopyridine; Nicotinonitrile, 5-formyl-; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-formyl-; 5-Formylpyridine-3-carbonitrile; Pyridine-3-carbonitrile, 5-formyl-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Fornyl-3-Pyridinecarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP production for pharmaceutical applications and ensure compliance with relevant global regulatory standards.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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