Description

2-(4-Iodobenzoyl)-3-Methylpyridine is a specialized organic building block featuring a pyridine core functionalized with a 4-iodobenzoyl group. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical agents. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the iodine atom for further functionalization.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or tagging molecule in biochemical research due to the reactivity of the iodine moiety.
• Custom Synthesis: Provides a versatile scaffold for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in bespoke synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Iodobenzoyl)-3-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1187171-16-9
Molecular Formula	C13H10INO
Molecular Weight	323.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-(4-iodobenzoyl)pyridine; 2-(4-Iodobenzoyl)-3-picoline; 4-Iodophenyl(3-methyl-2-pyridinyl)methanone; (3-Methylpyridin-2-yl)(4-iodophenyl)methanone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Iodobenzoyl)-3-Methylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

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.