Description

5-Pyridin-4-Yl-Pentan-2-Ol is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine ring linked to a pentanol chain, making it a valuable chiral intermediate and building block. This structure is significant for its potential in directing stereochemistry and introducing functional complexity in synthetic pathways. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the preparation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyridine moiety and alcohol functionality impart specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and modifiable alcohol group.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for developing molecular probes and inhibitors for biochemical and pharmacological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Pyridin-4-Yl-Pentan-2-Ol
CAS No.	117866-66-7
Molecular Formula	C10H15NO
Molecular Weight	165.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Hydroxypentyl)pyridine; 5-(Pyridin-4-yl)pentan-2-ol; 5-(4-Pyridyl)pentan-2-ol; 2-Pentanol, 5-(4-pyridinyl)-; 4-(4-Pyridyl)pentan-2-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Pyridin-4-Yl-Pentan-2-Ol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	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.