Description

2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-Formyl- (9Ci) is a versatile heterocyclic building block characterized by its reactive formyl and nitrile functional groups. This compound matters for its critical role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing fluorescent probes, enzyme inhibitors, and other tools for biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-Formyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	85148-95-4
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O
Molecular Weight	132.12 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Formyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 6-Formylpicolinonitrile; 2-Cyano-6-formylpyridine; 6-Formylpyridine-2-carbonitrile; Picolinaldehyde-6-carbonitrile; 6-Cyano-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-formyl-; 6-Formyl-2-cyanopyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-Formyl- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.