Description

2-Methylisonicotinaldehyde Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic building block and key pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry and advanced material science. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and target identification.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylisonicotinaldehyde Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1171742-69-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO·HCl
Molecular Weight	171.62 g/mol (Free base: 135.16 g/mol)
Synonyms	2-Methylpyridine-4-carboxaldehyde Hydrochloride; 4-Formyl-2-methylpyridine Hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-4-formylpyridine Hydrochloride; 2-Methylisonicotinaldehyde HCl; 2-Methyl-4-pyridinecarboxaldehyde Hydrochloride; Isonicotinaldehyde, 2-methyl-, hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylisonicotinaldehyde Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications in GMP-aligned environments and rigorous R&D.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when appropriate to prevent oxidation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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