Description

5,6-Dimethylnicotinaldehyde is a high-purity, versatile aldehyde derivative of the pyridine family, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides a reactive aldehyde group on a substituted nicotinic acid scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials requiring specific aldehyde chemistry.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and the development of new synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dimethylnicotinaldehyde
CAS No.	1174028-17-1
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO
Molecular Weight	135.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Dimethyl-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 3-Formyl-5,6-dimethylpyridine; 5,6-Dimethylnicotinaldehyde; 5,6-Dimethyl-3-formylpyridine; Pyridine-3-carboxaldehyde, 5,6-dimethyl-; 5,6-Dimethylpyridine-3-carbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dimethylnicotinaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

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 material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and prevent degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.