Description

5-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its rigid, conjugated structure, which makes it a critical synthon in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, receptor antagonists, and other small-molecule drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its bio-active scaffold.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry, enabling the construction of complex bipyridine and related systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	91618-20-1
Molecular Formula	C11H7N3
Molecular Weight	181.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-5-(4-pyridinyl)pyridine; 5-(4-Pyridinyl)-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 4-(3-Cyanopyridin-5-yl)pyridine; 5-(Pyridin-4-yl)nicotinonitrile; 3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-(4-pyridinyl)-; 5-(4-Pyridyl)pyridine-3-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 5-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Pyridine-3-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product 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 structure
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.