Description

2-Amino-5-Methylnicotinaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and an amino group on the pyridine ring, makes it an indispensable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize complex chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Methylnicotinaldehyde
CAS No.	1023814-35-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-aminonicotinaldehyde; 2-Amino-5-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2-amino-5-methyl-; 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 5-Methyl-2-aminopyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 2-Amino-5-picoline-3-carboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Methylnicotinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific data are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation from moisture and oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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