Description

6-(Benzyloxy)Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile is a versatile pyridine derivative and a key organic building block. This compound is valued for its role as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought 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 key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing functionalized pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(Benzyloxy)Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	876516-71-1
Molecular Formula	C13H10N2O
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-6-(phenylmethoxy)pyridine; 6-(Benzyloxy)-3-cyanopyridine; 6-Benzyloxynicotinonitrile; 6-O-Benzyl-3-cyanopyridine; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-(phenylmethoxy)-; Nicotinonitrile, 6-(benzyloxy)-
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Quality Control

Our 6-(Benzyloxy)Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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