Description

Methyl 4-(3-Pyridyl)Butyrate is a high-purity organic ester compound featuring a pyridine moiety, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific biological or material properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the pyridine structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of complex flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for scaling up novel synthetic routes.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of polymers with specific electronic or adhesive properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 4-(3-Pyridyl)Butyrate
CAS No.	17270-45-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(3-pyridinyl)butanoate; 4-(3-Pyridyl)butyric acid methyl ester; 3-Pyridinebutanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(pyridin-3-yl)butyrate; Methyl 3-pyridinebutyrate; 4-(3-Pyridyl)butyric Acid Methyl Ester; Butanoic acid, 4-(3-pyridinyl)-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(3-Pyridyl)Butyrate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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