Description

Selenocyanic Acid, 6-Amino-3-Pyridinyl Ester (9Ci) CAS NO 77404-69-4 is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a pyridinyl amine scaffold. This chemical is valued for its unique reactivity as a selenium transfer reagent and as a versatile building block in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting selenoenzyme pathways or requiring selenium incorporation for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators where the selenium moiety can impart unique biological properties.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials with specific electronic or catalytic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing selenium-containing functional groups into complex organic molecules under controlled conditions.
• Catalysis Development: Investigated as a ligand or precursor for novel metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis for fine chemical production.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in fundamental studies of organoselenium chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and the exploration of new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Selenocyanic Acid, 6-Amino-3-Pyridinyl Ester (9Ci)
CAS No.	77404-69-4
Molecular Formula	C6H5N3Se
Molecular Weight	202.09 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Amino-3-pyridinyl selenocyanate; 3-Pyridinamine, 6-selenocyanato- (9CI); 6-Selenocyanato-3-pyridinamine; Selenocyanic acid 6-amino-3-pyridinyl ester; 6-Amino-3-pyridyl selenocyanate; 6-Aminopyridin-3-yl selenocyanate; 3-Amino-6-selenocyanatopyridine; (6-Amino-3-pyridyl) selenocyanate
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Quality Control

Our production of Selenocyanic Acid, 6-Amino-3-Pyridinyl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research and development. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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