Description

5-Ethyl-2-Methylpyridine is a versatile alkylated pyridine derivative, serving as a crucial intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals, offering a unique structural motif for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring substituted pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where its alkyl groups modify biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complex formation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Can be utilized as a component in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethyl-2-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	104-90-5
Molecular Formula	C8H11N
Molecular Weight	121.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-ethylpyridine; 5-Ethyl-2-picoline; 2-Picoline, 5-ethyl-; 5-Ethyl-2-methylpyridine; 2-Methyl-5-ethylpyridine; 5-Ethyl-2-methylpyridine; 5-Ethyl-2-picoline; 2-Picoline, 5-ethyl-
EINECS	203-250-8

Quality Control

Our 5-Ethyl-2-Methylpyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming the product meets the agreed specifications. We are committed to GMP and ISO standards where applicable to guarantee reliability for your critical processes.

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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.495 - 1.505
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.920 - 0.940

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