Description

2-Benzylpyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a pyridine ring and a benzyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This product is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Utilized in the research and development of electron-transporting or host materials for display technologies.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for method development and novel compound synthesis in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzylpyridine
CAS No.	101-82-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁N
Molecular Weight	169.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Benzylpyridine; α-Phenyl-2-pyridinemethane; 2-(Phenylmethyl)pyridine; NSC 6675; 2-Pyridylphenylmethane; Benzyl-2-pyridyl; (Pyridin-2-ylmethyl)benzene; 2-Phenylmethylpyridine
EINECS	202-979-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzylpyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.578 - 1.582
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	1.050 - 1.060

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