Description

1-(3-Pyridinyl)-1-Pentanone is a high-purity organic compound featuring a pyridine ring, a key structural motif in many active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced materials. This ketone derivative serves as a versatile and critical building block in sophisticated organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel compounds. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nicotinic or pyridine-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the pyridine moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as novel polymers or small molecules for optoelectronic devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial sectors.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-(3-Pyridinyl)-1-Pentanone
CAS No.	1701-72-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO
Molecular Weight	163.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Pyridin-3-yl)pentan-1-one; 3-Acetylpyridine, Butyl Homolog; 3-Butyrylpyridine; 3-Pentanoylpyridine; 3-Pyridyl Pentyl Ketone; 3'-Acetylpyridine, Butyl-; Pentan-1-one, 1-(3-pyridinyl)-; β-Acetylpyridine, Butyl-
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Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Pyridinyl)-1-Pentanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and GC-MS and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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