Description

4-(3-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Benzonitrile is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a benzonitrile core linked to a methyl-substituted pyridine ring, offering a versatile chemical scaffold for advanced synthesis. This compound is crucial for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials due to its unique structural motifs. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for building complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile nitrile-containing intermediate for further functionalization via hydrolysis, reduction, or cycloaddition reactions.
• Life Science Reagents: Utilized in biochemical research as a probe or a substrate for enzymatic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	885955-81-7
Molecular Formula	C13H10N2
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Methylpyridin-2-yl)benzonitrile; 2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-3-methylpyridine; 4-(3-Methyl-2-pyridyl)benzonitrile; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 3'-methyl-; 3-Methyl-2-(4-cyanophenyl)pyridine; 4-(3-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)-Benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, supporting cGMP and ISO standards for research and development use.

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 compound is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.