Description

3-Methyl-3H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridine-6-Carbaldehyde is a high-value heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by medicinal chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting kinase inhibition and other biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require complex heterocyclic cores.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for creating organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysts, and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tool compounds for studying biological systems.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for research institutions and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) conducting exploratory synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-3H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridine-6-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1171920-68-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7N3O
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Formyl-3-methyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; 3-Methyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine-6-carboxaldehyde; 1-Methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine-6-carbaldehyde; Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine-6-carbaldehyde, 3-methyl-; 1171920-68-5
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-3H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridine-6-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. We support cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) standards for pharmaceutical applications upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder/crystals
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
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.