Description

3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 1-Ethyl-1,2-Dihydro-6-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-5-[2-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Diazenyl]- is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring a pyridine core integrated with a diazenyl linker and a trifluoromethylphenyl group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional dyes. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and high-performance pigments, contributing to color fastness and thermal stability.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Research: Valuable scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare complex ligands for catalysis in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 1-Ethyl-1,2-Dihydro-6-Hydroxy-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-5-[2-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Diazenyl]-
CAS No.	940064-06-2
Molecular Formula	C16H13F3N4O2
Molecular Weight	350.30 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)diazenyl]-1-ethyl-6-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile; 1-Ethyl-6-hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxo-5-[2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]diazenyl]-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile; 940064-06-2; Azo-linked pyridone derivative; Trifluoromethylphenyl azo pyridone nitrile
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Quality Control

Every batch of this advanced intermediate is produced under strict quality management systems. We employ rigorous analytical protocols including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical data is provided with each shipment to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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