Description

4-Bromo-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine and nitrile functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical environments. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a versatile starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and production of advanced electronic materials and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	886372-11-8
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrN2
Molecular Weight	197.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-4-bromo-3-methylpyridine; 3-Methyl-4-bromopyridine-2-carbonitrile; 4-Bromo-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile; 4-Bromo-3-picolinonitrile; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 4-bromo-3-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting compliance with research and cGMP-grade requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.