Description

4-Chloro-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which allows for selective chemical transformations to create complex molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyridine core for bioactivity.
• 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 synthesis of functionalized heterocyclic compounds for electronic materials and organic semiconductors.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable scaffold for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic labs exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	886372-07-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2
Molecular Weight	152.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-4-chloro-3-methylpyridine; 3-Methyl-4-chloropyridine-2-carbonitrile; 4-Chloro-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 4-Chloro-3-picolinonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 4-chloro-3-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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