Description

5-(4-Cyanophenyl)Nicotinic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a cyano and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Cyanophenyl)Nicotinic Acid
CAS No.	845885-80-5
Molecular Formula	C13H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	224.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Cyanophenyl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(4-cyanophenyl)-; 5-(p-Cyanophenyl)nicotinic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 4'-cyano- (related); Nicotinic acid, 5-(4-cyanophenyl)-; 4-(3-Carboxypyridin-5-yl)benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(4-Cyanophenyl)Nicotinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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