Description

2-Cyanopyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a nitrile group on a pyridine scaffold, enabling diverse chemical transformations. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing nicotinic acid derivatives or complex heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine core structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functional organic materials, such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and polymers with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing labeled compounds or probes for studying biological processes and enzyme inhibition.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom chemical synthesis services targeting niche and high-value applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanopyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	73112-09-1
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O2
Molecular Weight	148.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Cyano-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 3-Cyanopicolinic acid; 2-Cyanonicotinic acid; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-2-cyanopyridine; Picolinic acid, 3-cyano-; 73112-09-1
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanopyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele in research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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