4-(2-Pyridyl)benzonitrile

Ref. 3D-FP148596

Product Information

• Name: 4-(2-Pyridyl)benzonitrile
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 4-(2-Pyridyl)benzonitrile is a synthetic, water-soluble compound that can be synthesized in two steps from diethyl ether. It has been shown to have a pharmacokinetic profile close to that of fluoxetine hydrochloride (Prozac), which has led to its use in medicines for the treatment of depression. 4-(2-Pyridyl)benzonitrile has also been found to be fluorescent and capable of binding to ligands. This compound can be used as a fluorescent or luminescent probe for hydrazone, grignard reagent, and other chemical reactions.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 180.21 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₂H₈N₂
• Purity: Min. 95%