Description

2-Cyanoquinuclidine is a versatile bicyclic nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a quinuclidine core with a cyano substituent, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific stereochemical and electronic properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, including potential central nervous system (CNS) agents and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with tailored activity profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create sophisticated ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: Valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Cyanoquinuclidine
CAS No.	90196-91-1
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2
Molecular Weight	136.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Quinuclidine-2-carbonitrile; 2-Quinuclidinecarbonitrile; 2-Cyanoquinuclidin; 1-Azabicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2-carbonitrile; 2-Quinuclidyl cyanide; NSC 163082; Bicyclo[2.2.2]octane-2-carbonitrile, 1-aza-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Cyanoquinuclidine is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, and we support customer audits and regulatory documentation requirements for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

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