Description

4-Pyridin-4-Yl-Butyronitrile 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 pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to construct complex heterocyclic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing pyridine and piperidine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic reactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridin-4-Yl-Butyronitrile
CAS No.	84200-09-9
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2
Molecular Weight	146.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Pyridyl)butyronitrile; 4-(Pyridin-4-yl)butanenitrile; 4-Pyrid-4-yl-butyronitrile; 4-(4-Pyridinyl)butyronitrile; 4-Pyridylbutyronitrile; γ-(4-Pyridyl)butyronitrile; 1-(3-Cyanoethyl)pyridin-1-ium-4-ide (tautomeric form)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Pyridin-4-Yl-Butyronitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are available for 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.