Description

Pyridine-2,6-Diethanol is a versatile bifunctional organic compound featuring both pyridine and diethanolamine moieties. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis and catalysis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring chelating or directing groups.
• Catalyst Ligand: Serves as a precursor for chiral and non-chiral ligands used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating functional polymers with specific metal-binding properties.
• Coordination Chemistry: Employed in the preparation of metal complexes for material science and catalytic applications.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine-2,6-Diethanol
CAS No.	1077-36-7
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO2
Molecular Weight	167.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)pyridine; 2,6-Pyridinediethanol; 2,6-Bis(hydroxyethyl)pyridine; 2,6-Di(2-hydroxyethyl)pyridine; Pyridine-2,6-diyldiethanol; 1,1'-(Pyridine-2,6-diyl)diethanol; (Pyridine-2,6-diyl)bis(ethanol)
EINECS	214-082-6

Quality Control

Our Pyridine-2,6-Diethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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