Description

Methylpyridine CAS NO 1333-41-1 is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the pyridine family, characterized by the presence of a methyl substituent on the pyridine ring. This chemical serves as a crucial intermediate and building block in the synthesis of a wide range of high-value products, from pharmaceuticals to agrochemicals. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for their synthesis processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including vitamins (e.g., Niacinamide), antihistamines, and other nitrogen-containing drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where its pyridine core acts as a vital structural component.
• Catalyst and Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for manufacturing complex ligands and catalysts used in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent and building block in academic and industrial R&D for developing new compounds and materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain dyes, pigments, and photographic chemicals.
• Rubber Vulcanization Accelerator: Used in the formulation of certain rubber chemicals to control the vulcanization process.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1333-41-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7N
Molecular Weight	93.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Picoline; 2-Methylpyridine; α-Picoline; 2-Picoline; o-Methylpyridine; 2-Methylazine; α-Picoline; Pyridine, 2-methyl-
EINECS	215-589-7

Quality Control

Our Methylpyridine is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and other relevant methods, to meet the specifications required for industrial and fine chemical synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.94 - 0.96
Boiling Point	~129°C

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