Description

6-Fluoro-3-Methoxy-2-Methylpyridine is a high-purity fluorinated pyridine derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which makes it an essential intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce fluorine and methoxy functionalities into complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced electronic materials requiring specific fluorinated aromatic units.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing fluorinated probes and tags for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Fluoro-3-Methoxy-2-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1227581-03-4
Molecular Formula	C7H8FNO
Molecular Weight	141.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-methoxy-6-fluoropyridine; 3-Methoxy-2-methyl-6-fluoropyridine; 6-Fluoro-2-methyl-3-methoxypyridine; 6-Fluoro-3-methoxy-2-picoline; 2-Picoline, 6-fluoro-3-methoxy-; Fluoromethoxymethylpyridine; FMMP (abbrev.)
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Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoro-3-Methoxy-2-Methylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and scale-up projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.