Description

6-Chloro-2,2'-Bipyridine-5-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, functionalized bipyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which combines a halogenated site for cross-coupling reactions with a nitrile group for further functionalization, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly in the development of novel ligands, catalysts, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create sophisticated chelating ligands for catalytic systems in organic transformations and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a core structure for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as components in OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research: Versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to synthesize novel metal complexes for catalytic and photophysical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2,2'-Bipyridine-5-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	946385-03-1
Molecular Formula	C11H6ClN3
Molecular Weight	215.64 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2,2'-bipyridine-5-carbonitrile; 5-Cyano-6-chloro-2,2'-bipyridine; 2,2'-Bipyridine, 6-chloro-5-cyano-; 6-Chloro-5-cyano-2,2'-bipyridine; 6-Chloro-5-cyanobipyridine; 6-Chloro-5-cyano-2,2'-dipyridyl; 2-(6-Chloro-5-cyanopyridin-2-yl)pyridine; 5-Cyano-6-chloro-2,2'-dipyridyl
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2,2'-Bipyridine-5-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable to support our customers in regulated industry segments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.