Description

3-Methoxy-5-Methylpicolinaldehyde is a versatile and high-purity aldehyde derivative of the picoline family, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive aldehyde group and substituted pyridine ring, which make it an essential precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) active compound research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific pyridine-based scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for client projects.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research reagent for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies in synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-5-Methylpicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	1211528-72-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO2
Molecular Weight	163.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-3-methoxypyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 5-methyl-3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxy-5-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 3-Methoxy-5-methylpicolinaldehyde; 5-Methyl-3-methoxy-2-formylpyridine; 3-Methoxy-5-methyl-pyridine-2-carbaldehyde; Aldehyde C-9 (pyridine series); MMMP Aldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxy-5-Methylpicolinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC/GC profiles for each lot. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated research and development. Specifications and purity grades (e.g., >97%, >98%, >99%) can be customized to meet specific project requirements.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.