Description

Borane - 5-Ethyl-2-Methylpyridine Complex is a specialized, stabilized borane adduct used as a versatile reducing agent and hydroboration reagent in synthetic organic chemistry. This complex offers enhanced stability and handling safety compared to more volatile borane sources, making it a valuable tool for precise and selective transformations. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Selective Reduction Agent: For the chemoselective reduction of carbonyl groups, including aldehydes, ketones, and imines, in complex molecule synthesis.
• Hydroboration Reactions: Used in the hydroboration of alkenes and alkynes to generate organoborane intermediates for subsequent cross-coupling (e.g., Suzuki-Miyaura) or functional group transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent in the production of chiral amines, amino alcohols, and other high-value intermediates for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Employed in stereoselective reductions when used in conjunction with chiral auxiliaries or catalysts.
• Polymer Chemistry: Facilitates the modification and functionalization of polymers through controlled reduction or hydroboration steps.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel herbicide and pesticide candidates.
• Fine Chemical Production: Enables the manufacture of specialty chemicals requiring precise and mild reduction conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Borane - 5-Ethyl-2-Methylpyridine Complex
CAS No.	1014979-56-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14BN
Molecular Weight	135.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Borane-5-Ethyl-2-picoline Complex; 5-Ethyl-2-methylpyridine-Borane Complex; Borane-5-Ethyl-2-methylpyridine Adduct; 2-Methyl-5-ethylpyridine-Borane; BH3-5-Ethyl-2-methylpyridine; Borane Complex with 5-Ethyl-2-methylpyridine; 5-Ethyl-2-picoline Borane Adduct
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Quality Control

Our Borane - 5-Ethyl-2-Methylpyridine Complex is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including NMR (1H, 11B, 13C) and HPLC analysis, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request for 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (NMR)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (THF, DCM, toluene)

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