Description

Methanone, (4-Methylphenyl)-4-Pyridinyl- is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the diaryl ketone class, serving as a versatile chemical building block. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. This product is essential for pharmaceutical chemists, agrochemical researchers, and material scientists engaged in creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating complex ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical libraries for high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methanone, (4-Methylphenyl)-4-Pyridinyl-
CAS No.	14548-30-2
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO
Molecular Weight	197.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzoylpyridine; (4-Methylphenyl)(pyridin-4-yl)methanone; p-Toluoylpyridine; 4-Pyridyl 4-Methylphenyl Ketone; 4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)pyridine; 4'-Methyl-4-pyridyl ketone; 4-Pyridyl p-Tolyl Ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methanone, (4-Methylphenyl)-4-Pyridinyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided and 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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.