6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile

Name: 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049534

About 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile

Listed under CAS 33252-28-7, 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile is a process intermediate or related compound of Mirtazapine available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C6H3ClN2 and its molecular weight is 138.55 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 6-chloropyridine-3-carbonitrile. Alternative names: 2-Chloro-5-cyanopyridine and 6-Chloronicotinonitrile.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Mirtazapine, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Mirtazapine

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile
Catalogue No.	VQ-049534
CAS Number	33252-28-7
IUPAC name	6-chloropyridine-3-carbonitrile
Molecular formula	C₆H₃ClN₂
Molecular weight	138.55 g/mol
Exact mass	137.9985
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	ORIQLMBUPMABDV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=NC=C1C#N)Cl
PubChem CID	5152094

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	36.7 Å²
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-cyanopyridine, 6-Chloronicotinonitrile, 2-Chloropyridine-5-carbonitrile, 6-chloro nicotinonitrile, 6-Chloro-3-cyanopyridine, 6-chloro-nicotinonitrile, 2-chloro-5-cyano-pyridine, 6-Chloronicotinitrile, 6-chloronicotino-nitrile, 6-chloro-nicotino-nitrile, 2-Chloro,5-cyanopyridine, 5-Cyano-2-chloropyridine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302+H312+H332Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile?

The CAS Registry Number of 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile is 33252-28-7. It is also known as 2-Chloro-5-cyanopyridine, 6-Chloronicotinonitrile, 2-Chloropyridine-5-carbonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile?

6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile has the molecular formula C6H3ClN2 and a molecular weight of 138.55 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 6-chloropyridine-3-carbonitrile.

What is 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile used for?

6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Mirtazapine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile can I order?

We supply 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile?

Yes. Every lot of 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile be shipped internationally?

Yes. 6-Chloro-3-pyridinecarbonitrile is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.