2-Cyanopyridine

• CAT Number: R058219
• CAS Number: 100-70-9
• Molecular Formula: C6H4N2
• Molecular Weight: 104.11
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile; Picolinonitrile; 2-Azabenzonitrile; 2-Pyridinenitrile; 2-Pyridyl Cyanide; 2-Pyridylnitrile; NSC 59697; Picolinic Acid Nitrile; α-Cyanopyridine
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: pyridine-2-carbonitrile
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H4N2/c7-5-6-3-1-2-4-8-6/h1-4H
• InChIKey: FFNVQNRYTPFDDP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=NC(=C1)C#N

2-Cyanopyridine（Cat No.:R058219）is an organic compound featuring a cyano group attached to the 2-position of a pyridine ring. It serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. The cyano group provides a reactive site for further chemical transformations, including hydrolysis to produce nicotinic acid derivatives, which are important in vitamin B3 synthesis. 2-Cyanopyridine’s versatility in organic synthesis makes it a valuable building block in developing compounds for diverse applications, including drugs, catalysts, and advanced materials.