Description

5-(3-Cyanophenyl)Nicotinic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional organic building block with a distinct molecular architecture combining nicotinic acid and benzonitrile moieties. This compound is valued for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical agents and sophisticated organic materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and metabolic disorder targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional polymers.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in regulatory laboratories.
• Academic & R&D: Utilized in university and corporate research labs for exploratory organic synthesis and methodological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Cyanophenyl)Nicotinic Acid
CAS No.	893740-73-3
Molecular Formula	C13H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	224.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Cyano-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid; 5-(3-Cyanophenyl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-(3-Carboxy-5-pyridyl)benzonitrile; Nicotinic acid, 5-(3-cyanophenyl)-; BRN 12521057
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(3-Cyanophenyl)Nicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with exacting customer and research standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.