3-Cyanopyridine

It is a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis due to its nitrile group. 3-Cyanopyridine is used mainly as a precursor in the synthesis of Niacin (Vitamin B3) and Niacinamide, as well as in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals like Pymetrozine and 2-Chloronicotinic Acid.

API Name Nicotinamide
CAS No 100-54-9
Molecular Formula C6H4N2
Molecular Weight 104.11 g/mol
Synonyms pyridine-3-carbonitrile