3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98%

Name: 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-011793

About 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98%

Listed under CAS 6443-85-2, 3-Pyridylacetonitrile is a pyridine derivative available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. The compound has the formula C7H6N2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 118.14 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-pyridin-3-ylacetonitrile. It is also known as 3-Pyridineacetonitrile or 3-Cyanomethylpyridine.

The material typically appears as a colourless to red to green liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 146 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 25 g and 100 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-011793
CAS Number	6443-85-2
IUPAC name	2-pyridin-3-ylacetonitrile
Molecular formula	C₇H₆N₂
Molecular weight	118.14 g/mol
Exact mass	118.0531
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29335990
InChIKey	OIPHWUPMXHQWLR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CN=C1)CC#N
PubChem CID	80923

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to red to green liquid
Boiling point	146 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	36.7 Å²
Synonyms	3-Pyridineacetonitrile, 3-Cyanomethylpyridine, 2-(pyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile, Pyridine-3-acetonitrile, 3-(Cyanomethyl)pyridine, pyridin-3-ylacetonitrile, 2-(3-Pyridyl)acetonitrile, 2-(3-pyridyl)ethanenitrile, 3-pyridyl acetonitrile, pyrid-3-ylacetonitrile, 3-Pyridine acetonitrile, pyridin-3-yl-acetonitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

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 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98% is 6443-85-2. It is also known as 3-Pyridineacetonitrile, 3-Cyanomethylpyridine, 2-(pyridin-3-yl)acetonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98%?

3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98% has the molecular formula C7H6N2 and a molecular weight of 118.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-pyridin-3-ylacetonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98% can I order?

We supply 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98% in (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98% 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 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Pyridylacetonitrile, 98% 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.