Description

3-(4-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoyl)Pyridine is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its specific benzoylpyridine structure. This compound is critical for research and development in medicinal chemistry, serving as a key building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A key substrate for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) producing bespoke compounds for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	1182940-73-3
Molecular Formula	C13H10FNO
Molecular Weight	215.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Fluoro-3-methylbenzoyl)pyridine; 4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl(pyridin-3-yl)methanone; (4-Fluoro-3-methylphenyl)(pyridin-3-yl)methanone; 3-Pyridinyl(4-fluoro-3-methylphenyl)methanone; 3-(4-Fluoro-3-methyl-benzoyl)-pyridine; Pyridine, 3-[(4-fluoro-3-methylphenyl)carbonyl]-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(4-Fluoro-3-Methylbenzoyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products are developed to meet the stringent requirements of research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.