Description

5-Cyanotetrazole is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound with significant utility as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its unique tetrazole ring structure, functionalized with a cyano group, makes it a critical building block for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is particularly valuable for industries focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and energetic materials, where precise molecular architecture is paramount for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing tetrazole moieties known for their bioisosteric properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where the tetrazole ring can enhance biological activity and stability.
• Energetic Materials Research: Acts as a fundamental component in the design and synthesis of new-generation, high-performance explosives and propellants due to its high nitrogen content.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Employed to create complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with unique thermal or chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research & Development: Provides a versatile scaffold for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Cyanotetrazole
CAS No.	74418-40-9
Molecular Formula	C2HN5
Molecular Weight	95.06 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Cyano-1H-tetrazole; 1H-Tetrazole-5-carbonitrile; Tetrazole-5-carbonitrile; 5-Tetrazolecarbonitrile; CN-Tetrazole; 5-CTZ
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Cyanotetrazole is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each production lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to verify identity and potency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.