Description

4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-Methyl-,1-Oxide(9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic building block and chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitrile group and an N-oxide moiety on a methylated pyridine ring, makes it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for molecules requiring functionalized pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the pyridine N-oxide structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing novel ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating labeled compounds or probes for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and scale-up process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-Methyl-,1-Oxide(9Ci)
CAS No.	98549-84-9
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O
Molecular Weight	134.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylisonicotinonitrile 1-Oxide; 2-Methyl-4-cyanopyridine N-Oxide; 4-Cyano-2-methylpyridine 1-Oxide; 2-Methylpyridine-4-carbonitrile 1-Oxide; 2-Methyl-4-pyridinecarbonitrile N-Oxide; Isonicotinonitrile, 2-methyl-, 1-oxide; 2-Methyl-isonicotinonitril-N-oxid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Pyridinecarbonitrile,2-Methyl-,1-Oxide(9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry for identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is available for each lot upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.