6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile

Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02

CAS Number: 216431-85-5

Molecular Formula: C7H3F3N2

Molecular Weight: 172.11 Appearance: White to light yellow powder

Melting Point: 37-41°C

Boiling Point: 200.8°C (at 760 mmHg)

Usage: Widely used as an intermediate in the pharmaceutical industry.

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Property Details
Chemical Name 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile
CAS Number 216431-85-5
Synonyms 3-Cyano-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 5-Cyano-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine
Molecular Formula C7H3F3N2
Molecular Weight 172.11 g/mol
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid
Density 1.4±0.1 g/cm³
Melting Point 37-41°C
Boiling Point 200.8±40.0°C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point 75.2±27.3°C
Refractive Index 1.457
Vapor Pressure 0.3±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Solubility Soluble in organic solvents
LogP 1.88
PSA 36.68000 Ų
Applications Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various organic compounds, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It serves as a key building block for the preparation of heterocyclic compounds with trifluoromethyl substitution.
Safety Handle with care. May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling. Keep away from incompatible materials, heat, sparks, and open flames.