Description

6-Hydroxymethyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde is a versatile pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an aldehyde and a hydroxymethyl group on the pyridine ring, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of functional polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Hydroxymethyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1155872-96-0
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-6-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine; 6-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 6-(hydroxymethyl)-; 6-Hydroxymethylnicotinaldehyde; 6-Hydroxymethyl-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 6-Hydroxymethyl-3-formylpyridine; 6-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-pyridylcarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and commercial use. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, providing batch-specific data for all critical parameters.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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