CAS 1620-75-3

6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile

Description:

6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile, with the CAS number 1620-75-3, is an organic compound characterized by its pyridine ring structure, which is a six-membered aromatic ring containing one nitrogen atom. This compound features a methyl group at the 6-position and a cyano group (–C≡N) at the 2-position of the pyridine ring. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its physical state at room temperature. The presence of the cyano group imparts notable polarity and reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The compound is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits moderate stability under standard conditions. Its chemical properties include the ability to participate in nucleophilic reactions due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the cyano group. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as it may pose health risks if ingested or inhaled. Overall, 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile is a valuable compound in organic chemistry with diverse applications.

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H6N2/c1-6-3-2-4-7(5-8)9-6/h2-4H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=CMADFEQMYFNYCF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(#N)C=1N=C(C)C=CC1

Synonyms:

• 2-Cyano-6-methylpyridine
• 2-Methyl-6-cyanopyridine
• 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-methyl-
• 6-Cyano-2-methylpyridine
• 6-Methyl-2-cyanopyridine
• 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile
• 6-Methylpicolinonitrile
• NSC 26022
• Picolinonitrile, 6-methyl-

2-Cyano-6-methylpyridine

CAS: 1620-75-3

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Yellow to Orange powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 118.14

Ref: 3B-C3025

2-Cyano-6-methylpyridine, 98%

CAS: 1620-75-3

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Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 118.14

Ref: 02-H64148

2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-methyl-

CAS: 1620-75-3

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 118.1359

Ref: IN-DA001SLY

6-Methylpyridine-2-carbonitrile

CAS: 1620-75-3

6-Methylpyridine-2-carbonitrile

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: white solid

Molecular weight: 118.14g/mol

Ref: 54-OR13606

2-Cyano-6-methylpyridine

CAS: 1620-75-3

Ref: 7W-GK6715

2-Cyano-6-methylpyridine

CAS: 1620-75-3

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid, Crystalline Powder

Molecular weight: 118.139

Ref: 10-F077340

6-Cyano-2-methylpyridine

Controlled Product

CAS: 1620-75-3

Applications Intermediate in the preparation of selective cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors and calcium antagonists
References Ashimori, A., et al.: Chem. Pharm. Bull., 38, 2446 (1990), Khanna, I., et al.: J. Med. Chem., 43, 3168 (2000),

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 118.14

Ref: TR-C981945