6-Chloro-2-Methylnicotinonitrile
Herbicides

6-Chloro-2-Methylnicotinonitrile

CAS Number: 52605-97-7

Formula C7H5ClN2
Mol. Weight 152.58 g/mol
Purity ≥98.0% (GC)
Appearance White to light yellow crystalline powder

6-Chloro-2-Methylnicotinonitrile is a pyridine-based nitrile intermediate used in the manufacture of herbicidal compounds, particularly nicotinic-acid type active substances. The combination of a chloro leaving group and a nitrile function offers multiple handles for further chemical elaboration. This compound undergoes nucleophilic aromatic substitution readily, making it adaptable in diverse synthetic routes for crop protection chemistry. AB Enterprises sources and supplies this intermediate with stringent quality control to support agrochemical manufacturers. Its consistent purity profile helps reduce variability in downstream herbicide synthesis steps.

Specifications

CAS Number 52605-97-7
Molecular Formula C7H5ClN2
Molecular Weight 152.58 g/mol
Appearance White to light yellow crystalline powder
Assay / Purity ≥98.0% (GC)
Melting Point 78–83 °C
Solubility Soluble in acetone, DCM, DMSO; slightly soluble in water
pH (1% solution) 5.0–7.0
Storage Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
Packaging As per requirement

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1 – 5 kg
Sample / Lab HDPE jar, sealed Ships in 1–2 days
25 – 100 kg
Bulk Bulk industrial pack / carboy Ships in 3–7 days
100+ kg
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