Description

2-Chloro-6-p-Tolylpyridine-3-Carbonitrile is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block and advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound matters for its role in facilitating complex molecular synthesis, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex pyridine-based scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor research and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and material science.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific, functionalized pyridine derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-p-Tolylpyridine-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	942474-06-8
Molecular Formula	C13H9ClN2
Molecular Weight	228.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-(4-methylphenyl)pyridine-3-carbonitrile; 2-Chloro-6-(p-tolyl)nicotinonitrile; 3-Cyano-2-chloro-6-p-tolylpyridine; 6-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-chloropyridine-3-carbonitrile; 2-Chloro-6-(4-methylphenyl)-3-pyridinecarbonitrile; 942474-06-8; 2-Chloro-6-p-tolyl-3-cyanopyridine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-p-Tolylpyridine-3-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.