Description

2,3-Lutidine is a valuable heterocyclic organic compound and a key isomer of dimethylpyridine. This versatile chemical intermediate is prized for its strong basicity and unique reactivity profile, making it essential for complex synthesis. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from catalyst synthesis to the production of advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block and ligand precursor in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Production: Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and catalysts used in organic synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a reagent and solvent in laboratory-scale research for developing new chemical entities and processes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Utilized in the formulation of specialty additives for metalworking fluids and industrial corrosion protection.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Lutidine
CAS No.	583-61-9
Molecular Formula	C7H9N
Molecular Weight	107.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethylpyridine; 2,3-Lutidine; 2,3-DMP; 2,3-Dimethylpyridine; beta,γ-Lutidine; 2,3-Dimethylpyridine; 2,3-Dimethylpyridine (Lutidine); 2,3-Dimethylpyridine (2,3-Lutidine)
EINECS	209-514-6

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Lutidine is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with Certificates of Analysis (COA) available for every shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our commitment to quality supports compliance with global regulatory expectations for industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.504 - 1.508
Density (20°C)	0.945 - 0.955 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 162 - 164 °C

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.