
Catalog Number	AR003GTQ
Chemical Name	6-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile
CAS Number	5444-02-0
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	150.1347
MDL Number	MFCD00023471
SMILES	Cc1cc(O)[nH]c(=O)c1C#N
NSC Number	19883

6-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbonitrile is a versatile compound that finds wide application in chemical synthesis. It serves as a key building block in the creation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals due to its unique structural properties. By incorporating this compound into a synthetic route, chemists can introduce specific functionalities and improve the overall yield and efficiency of the reaction. Its reactivity towards various functional groups allows for the selective modification of molecules, making it a valuable tool in the development of new compounds with enhanced biological activities or material properties. In addition, the presence of both a hydroxy group and a cyano group in its structure provides opportunities for further derivatization, enabling the synthesis of diverse derivatives with tailored properties for a range of applications in the field of chemistry.