Description

1-Pyridin-2-Yl-Ethanol is a versatile heterocyclic alcohol derivative, serving as a critical chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which combines a reactive hydroxyl group with a coordinating pyridine moiety, enabling its use in complex molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Precursor: Used in the preparation of nitrogen-containing ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a valuable reagent in medicinal chemistry research and process development for scale-up.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Pyridin-2-Yl-Ethanol
CAS No.	18728-61-5
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO
Molecular Weight	123.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine; 2-Pyridineethanol; β-(2-Pyridyl)ethanol; 2-(2-Pyridyl)ethanol; 1-(2-Pyridyl)ethanol; 2-Pyridylethanol; (2-Pyridin-2-yl)ethan-1-ol
EINECS	242-537-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Pyridin-2-Yl-Ethanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements for research or cGMP manufacturing.

Storage

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

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.