Description

4-(5-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity, multi-functional organic building block characterized by its distinct aldehyde and cyano-substituted pyridine functional groups. This compound matters as a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced pharmaceutical agents and functional materials, offering precise molecular architecture for complex chemical synthesis. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and specialty polymers.

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 development of novel herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors, due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for fluorescent tags and molecular probes in diagnostic and bio-imaging applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: An essential starting material for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	851340-81-3
Molecular Formula	C13H8N2O
Molecular Weight	208.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Formylphenyl)-5-cyanopyridine; 4-(5-Cyano-2-pyridinyl)benzaldehyde; 5-Cyano-2-(4-formylphenyl)pyridine; Benzaldehyde, 4-(5-cyano-2-pyridinyl)-; 851340-81-3; 4-(5-CN-pyridin-2-yl)benzaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-[4-(formyl)phenyl]-
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Quality Control

Our 4-(5-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Maximum Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%

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