Description

4-Ethoxypicolinaldehyde is a versatile and high-value pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and an ethoxy-substituted pyridine ring, makes it an essential precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds. This intermediate is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical and Specialty Material Production: Employed in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific heterocyclic architectures.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxypicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	16665-43-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethoxypyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-ethoxypyridine; 4-Ethoxy-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 4-Ethoxy-2-formylpyridine; Picolinaldehyde, 4-ethoxy-; 4-Ethoxypicolin aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxypicolinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. This compound is easily oxidized; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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