Description

2-Oxopyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a lactam-like carbonyl group, makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of various drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of nitrogen-containing ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental building block in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis research within university and corporate laboratories.
• Custom Synthesis: Provides a critical scaffold for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) producing bespoke chemicals for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxopyridine
CAS No.	1199357-22-6
Molecular Formula	C5H5NO
Molecular Weight	95.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridone; 2(1H)-Pyridinone; 2-Hydroxypyridine; α-Pyridone; 1H-Pyridin-2-one; Pyridin-2-ol; 2-Pyridinol; 2-Pyridone, 1H-Pyridin-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 2-Oxopyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers' regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	105°C - 110°C
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.