Description

6-Methoxy-2-(4-propylbenzoyl)pyridine is a high-purity organic compound featuring a pyridine core substituted with a methoxy group and a 4-propylbenzoyl moiety. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a core structure for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides with optimized activity profiles.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its nitrogen-containing heterocycle.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the development of advanced polymers and electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methoxy-2-(4-propylbenzoyl)pyridine
CAS No.	1187164-37-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₇NO₂
Molecular Weight	255.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Propylbenzoyl)-6-methoxypyridine; 6-Methoxy-2-(4-propylbenzoyl)pyridine; 6-Methoxy-2-(4-propylbenzoyl)pyridine; 2-(4-Propylbenzoyl)-6-methoxypyridine; 4-Propylbenzoyl-6-methoxypyridine; 6-Methoxy-2-(4-n-propylbenzoyl)pyridine; 1187164-37-9
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methoxy-2-(4-propylbenzoyl)pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.