CAS 1620-77-5

5-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile

Description:

5-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile, with the CAS number 1620-77-5, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of pyridine derivatives. It features a pyridine ring substituted with a methyl group at the 5-position and a cyano group at the 2-position. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and temperature. It is known for its aromatic properties and can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and electrophilic aromatic substitutions. The presence of the cyano group imparts significant polarity, making it a useful intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Additionally, 5-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile may exhibit moderate toxicity, necessitating careful handling and appropriate safety measures during its use in laboratory or industrial settings. Its solubility characteristics can vary, often being soluble in polar organic solvents while having limited solubility in water.

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

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

InChI key: InChIKey=LIEQVZZZYLHNRH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(#N)C1=CC=C(C)C=N1

Synonyms:

• 2-Cyano-5-methylpyridine
• 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-methyl-
• 5-Methyl-2-cyanopyridine
• 5-Methyl-2-pyridinecarbonitrile
• 5-Methylpicolinonitrile
• Picolinonitrile, 5-methyl-

5-Methylpyridine-2-carbonitrile, 97+%

CAS: 1620-77-5

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Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 97+%

Color and Shape: White to brown, Solid

Molecular weight: 118.14

Ref: 02-H64539

2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 5-methyl-

CAS: 1620-77-5

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 118.1359

Ref: IN-DA001SLW

2-Cyano-5-methylpyridine

CAS: 1620-77-5

Ref: 7W-GK8108

5-Methylpyridine-2-carbonitrile

CAS: 1620-77-5

5-Methylpyridine-2-carbonitrile

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: white to off-white to yellow solid

Molecular weight: 118.14g/mol

Ref: 54-OR11739

2-Cyano-5-methylpyridine

CAS: 1620-77-5

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 118.14

Ref: 3B-C2706

5-Methyl-pyridine-2-carbonitrile

CAS: 1620-77-5

Formula: C₇H₆N₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 118.139

Ref: 10-F024687