Description

Methyl 4-(4-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Benzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its rigid, conjugated structure, which serves as a key intermediate in the development of sophisticated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel active ingredients for crop protection with specific modes of action.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a core structure for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: A building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design of molecular probes and fluorescent tags for biological imaging.
• Academic & Contract Research: A versatile reagent for methodological development and discovery chemistry in research institutions and CROs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(4-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Benzoate
CAS No.	886361-52-0
Molecular Formula	C14H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	238.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(4-cyanopyridin-2-yl)benzoate; 2-(4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenyl)-4-cyanopyridine; 4-Cyanopyridin-2-yl-benzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(4-cyano-2-pyridinyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl p-(4-cyano-2-pyridyl)benzoate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(4-Cyanopyridin-2-Yl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
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.