Description

4-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 2-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Dimethyl- is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic combination of a reactive bromomethyl group and a cyano substituent on the pyridine ring, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to build complex heterocyclic scaffolds for active ingredient development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functional organic materials, such as liquid crystals or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or probes for studying biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A high-value starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 2-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	943315-18-2
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrN2
Molecular Weight	225.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-dimethylisonicotinonitrile; 3,5-Dimethyl-2-(bromomethyl)isonicotinonitrile; 2-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-4-pyridinecarbonitrile; 4-Cyano-2-(bromomethyl)-3,5-dimethylpyridine; Isonicotinonitrile, 2-(bromomethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-; (2-Bromomethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-pyridine-4-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 2-(Bromomethyl)-3,5-Dimethyl- is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your R&D and scale-up activities.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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