Description

5-Methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block with significant synthetic utility. Its core value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an aldehyde group and a lactam ring, making it a key intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, including potential kinase inhibitors and other biologically active heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional organic materials and dyes due to its conjugated system.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, exploring new C-C and C-N bond-forming reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1227575-72-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-5-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 5-Methyl-3-formyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 5-Methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 5-Methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-pyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Aldehyde-5-methyl-2-hydroxypyridine; 5-Methyl-2-hydroxy-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and potential for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

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.