Description

2,4-Dimethyl-Pyridine 1-Oxide is a versatile heterocyclic building block and a key intermediate in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing functionalized pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyridine N-oxide moiety is essential for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex molecules for electronic materials, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethyl-Pyridine 1-Oxide
CAS No.	1122-45-8
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO
Molecular Weight	123.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethylpyridine N-Oxide; 2,4-Lutidine N-Oxide; 2,4-Lutidine 1-Oxide; 2,4-Dimethylpyridine 1-Oxide; 2,4-Dimethylpyridine Oxide; γ-Collidine N-Oxide; 2,4-Dimethylpyridinium-1-olate
EINECS	214-353-2

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethyl-Pyridine 1-Oxide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers' regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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