Description

4-Pyridinepropanenitrile is a versatile nitrile-functionalized pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production chemists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries seeking to introduce specific functional groups into complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing pyridine and nitrile moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, polymers, and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating labeled compounds and probes for biochemical and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring novel synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridinepropanenitrile
CAS No.	84200-06-6
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Cyanoethyl)pyridine; 3-(4-Pyridyl)propionitrile; 4-(2-Cyanoethyl)pyridine; Pyridine-4-propanenitrile; 3-Pyridin-4-ylpropionitrile; γ-(4-Pyridyl)butyronitrile; 4-Pyridylpropionitrile
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Quality Control

Our 4-Pyridinepropanenitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity determination by chromatographic techniques (HPLC, GC). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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