Description

2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)Pyridine is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine ring linked to a dimethyl-substituted benzoyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of advanced organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research: A versatile building block for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	102001-19-4
Molecular Formula	C14H13NO
Molecular Weight	211.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)pyridine; (3,4-Dimethylphenyl)(pyridin-2-yl)methanone; 2-Pyridyl 3,4-dimethylphenyl ketone; 2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)pyridine; 102001-19-4; Methanone, (3,4-dimethylphenyl)-2-pyridinyl-; 2-(3,4-Xylylcarbonyl)pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)Pyridine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.