Description

2-Hydroxymethyl-6-Phenylpyridine is a versatile pyridine derivative featuring both a hydroxymethyl and a phenyl substituent, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in synthetic chemistry. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its structure allows for selective functionalization. It is needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to the coordinating ability of the pyridine nitrogen.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block for developing new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a versatile scaffold for further organic transformations, including etherification, esterification, and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxymethyl-6-Phenylpyridine
CAS No.	162614-73-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight	185.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(6-Phenylpyridin-2-yl)methanol; 6-Phenyl-2-pyridinemethanol; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 6-phenyl-; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-phenylpyridine; 6-Phenyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine; α-(6-Phenyl-2-pyridinyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxymethyl-6-Phenylpyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for advanced intermediates.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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