3-Iodo-5-[2-(2-pyridinyl)ethynyl]-benzonitrile is used in the synthetic preparation of 3,5-disubstituted thiazolylethynyl- and pyridinylethynylbenzenes as potent mGluR5 antagonists.
Molecular Formula:C14H7IN2
Molecular Weight:330.12
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.