Description

3-Butanoylpyridine is a versatile organic compound featuring a pyridine ring substituted with a butanoyl group, making it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure offers a reactive ketone functionality adjacent to a heterocyclic aromatic system, enabling its use in the creation of complex molecules for research and industrial applications. This intermediate is particularly relevant for pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical development, and the synthesis of specialty chemicals and ligands for catalysis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the pyridine moiety is a critical structural component.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for heterocyclic chemistry studies and the creation of new functional materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, flavors, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Butanoylpyridine
CAS No.	1701-70-8
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO
Molecular Weight	149.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Pyridin-3-yl)butan-1-one; 3-Butyrylpyridine; 3-Pyridyl propyl ketone; 3-Acetylpyridine, Ethyl-; Butan-1-one, 1-(3-pyridinyl)-; 3-(1-Oxobutyl)pyridine; β-Acetylethylpyridine; NSC 406106
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Butanoylpyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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