Description

6-Ethyl-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-1,2-Dihydro-Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridone core, which is a key structural motif for synthesizing a wide range of bioactive molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a key building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal chemistry and material science research.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Ethyl-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-1,2-Dihydro-Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	91487-37-5
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2O
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-6-ethyl-4-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 6-Ethyl-4-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile; 4-Methyl-6-ethyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 3-Cyano-4-methyl-6-ethyl-2-pyridone; 6-Ethyl-4-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 2(1H)-Pyridinone, 3-cyano-6-ethyl-4-methyl-; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 1,2-dihydro-6-ethyl-4-methyl-2-oxo-
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Quality Control

Our 6-Ethyl-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-1,2-Dihydro-Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical and fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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.