4-Cyanopyridine | 100-48-1
Cas No :
100-48-1
Form :
Powder
Molecular Weight :
104.11 G/Mol
Molecular Formula :
C6H4N2
Boiling Point :
210 °C
Melting Point :
70 °C
Flash Point :
120 °C
Solubility :
Slightly Soluble In Water; Soluble In Organic Solvents (Ethanol, Acetone, Acetonitrile)
Description :
Overview of 4-Cyanopyridine
4-Cyanopyridine (Isonicotinonitrile) is a pyridine derivative used as a pharmaceutical intermediate, agrochemical building block, and chemical reagent in organic synthesis.
Known for its cyano and pyridine functionalities, providing versatile reactivity, 4-Cyanopyridine is widely used in drug synthesis, developing bioactive compounds, and manufacturing speciality chemicals.
This compound appears as a white to pale yellow crystalline solid. Its structure, combining pyridine nitrogen with a para-positioned cyano group, provides unique electronic properties and reactivity patterns valuable in pharmaceutical chemistry.
Related products include 2-Cyanopyridine, 3-Cyanopyridine, Benzyl Chloroformate, and other pyridine derivatives used in pharmaceutical synthesis.
Applications of 4-Cyanopyridine
Pharmaceutical Synthesis
- Used in synthesising pharmaceutical intermediates
- Applied in preparing drug candidates
- Used in manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients
- Applied in developing anti-tuberculosis drugs
Industrial Chemical Synthesis
- Used in synthesising heterocyclic compounds
- Applied in preparing isonicotinic acid derivatives
- Used in manufacturing agrochemical intermediates
Research & Development
- Used in organic synthesis methodology development
- Applied in studying pyridine chemistry
- Used in ligand synthesis for catalysis
- Applied in coordination chemistry research
Safety & Handling Guidelines
- TOXIC—avoid inhalation and skin contact
- May release cyanide upon metabolism—handle with care
- Use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing
- Handle in a well-ventilated fume hood
- Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place
- Keep away from strong acids and oxidising agents
- Dispose of according to hazardous waste protocols
- Follow COA and MSDS instructions strictly
Where to Buy 4-Cyanopyridine?
4-Cyanopyridine Manufacturer
ChemicalBull supplies high-purity 4-Cyanopyridine for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.
4-Cyanopyridine Supplier & Distributor
- Available in bulk quantities for pharmaceutical and research use
- High-purity grades (98%, 99%)
- Pharmaceutical and technical grades
- COA, MSDS, and specifications provided
MSDS
Includes detailed toxicity information, safety instructions, and handling protocols.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is 4 Cyanopyridine boiling point?
The boiling point is approximately 187-189°C. -
What is 4 Cyanopyridine molecular weight?
Molecular weight: 104.11 g/mol. -
What is 4 cyanopyridine formula?
Molecular formula: C₆H₄N₂ or NC-C₅H₄N. -
What is 4 cyanopyridine solubility?
Moderately soluble in water; soluble in organic solvents including ethanol, methanol, DMF, DMSO, and acetone. -
What is 4-Cyanopyridine cas no?
CAS number: 100-48-1.