Description

3,4-Pyridinedicarbonitrile, 1,2-Dihydro-6-Hydroxy-2-Oxo- (6Ci) is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique molecular scaffold, which combines a pyridine core with multiple reactive nitrile and carbonyl functionalities, enabling the construction of complex pharmacophores and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, oncology, and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic catalysis and coordination chemistry due to its potential chelating sites.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as non-fullerene acceptors for organic photovoltaics (OPVs) and components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Utilized to create molecular probes and tags for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A valuable compound for methodological studies in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry at universities and R&D institutes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Pyridinedicarbonitrile, 1,2-Dihydro-6-Hydroxy-2-Oxo- (6Ci)
CAS No.	860412-71-1
Molecular Formula	C8H3N3O2
Molecular Weight	173.13 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Hydroxy-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3,4-dicarbonitrile; 1,2-Dihydro-6-hydroxy-2-oxopyridine-3,4-dicarbonitrile; 3,4-Dicyano-6-hydroxy-2(1H)-pyridinone; 6-Hydroxy-2-oxo-1H-pyridine-3,4-dicarbonitrile; 6-Hydroxy-2(1H)-pyridone-3,4-dicarbonitrile; 3,4-Pyridinedicarbonitrile, 1,2-dihydro-6-hydroxy-2-oxo-; 860412-71-1 (CAS Index Name)
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Pyridinedicarbonitrile, 1,2-Dihydro-6-Hydroxy-2-Oxo- (6Ci) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation 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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect this light-sensitive compound from degradation and to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.