Description

2-Pyridylmalononitrile is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyridine ring linked to a reactive malononitrile group. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and agrochemical development teams as a key intermediate for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with nitrogen-containing heterocycles for targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create novel active compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for constructing specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds due to its electron-accepting properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and sensors for biological research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridylmalononitrile
CAS No.	77035-44-0
Molecular Formula	C8H5N3
Molecular Weight	143.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Pyridin-2-yl)malononitrile; 2-Pyridinylmalononitrile; 2-Pyridylpropanedinitrile; Pyridine-2-malononitrile; 2-Cyanopyridylacetonitrile; 2-Pyridylmalonic Acid Dinitrile; 2-Pyridylmalonodinitrile; 2-Pyridylmalonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridylmalononitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity against established in-house specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

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