Description

5-(2,4-Dimethoxybenzoyl)-2-Methylpyridine is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine core substituted with a methyl group and a dimethoxybenzoyl moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable high-purity building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for exploratory research in universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2,4-Dimethoxybenzoyl)-2-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1187165-00-9
Molecular Formula	C15H15NO3
Molecular Weight	257.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-(2,4-dimethoxybenzoyl)pyridine; 2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)methanone; 5-(2,4-Dimethoxybenzoyl)-2-picoline; (6-Methylpyridin-3-yl)(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)methanone; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-methyl-, 2,4-dimethoxyphenyl ester (related); 1187165-00-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 5-(2,4-Dimethoxybenzoyl)-2-Methylpyridine in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with stringent internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.