Description

Ketone,6-Ethyl-2-Pyridylmethyl is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine ring substituted with an ethyl and a ketone-bearing methyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing other high-value, complex ketones and pyridine derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ketone,6-Ethyl-2-Pyridylmethyl
CAS No.	102878-26-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO
Molecular Weight	149.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(6-Ethylpyridin-2-yl)ethanone; 2-Acetyl-6-ethylpyridine; 6-Ethyl-2-acetylpyridine; 6-Ethyl-2-pyridyl methyl ketone; Ethanone, 1-(6-ethyl-2-pyridinyl)-; 2-Pyridylmethyl ketone, 6-ethyl-; (6-Ethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our Ketone,6-Ethyl-2-Pyridylmethyl is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent batch-to-batch performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a 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.