Category:
Intermediates&Fine Chemicals
CAS NO:
62002-31-7
Standard:
Enterprise standard,
2-(5-bromopyridin-2-yl)acetonitrile (CAS 101789-34-6, C7H4BrN2) is a key heterocyclic intermediate synthesized via nucleophilic substitution of 2-(bromomethyl)-5-bromopyridine. It serves as a critical building block in the pharmaceutical industry for constructing pyridine-based scaffolds.
Store under inert atmosphere at temperatures below 25°C to prevent hydrolysis. Personnel must utilize full PPE including respirators due to potential toxicity and skin irritation risks during handling.