Description

2-(Azetidin-3-Yl)-6-Methylpyridine is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound featuring a fused azetidine-pyridine structure. This advanced pharmaceutical intermediate is critical for medicinal chemistry research and development, offering a versatile scaffold for constructing novel active molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for the synthesis of targeted therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and oncology research.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Serves as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis in drug discovery programs.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the development of specialized ligands for catalysis and receptor targeting.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the creation of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Process Chemistry Development: Scaled-up for route scouting and optimization in the development of commercial manufacturing processes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(Azetidin-3-Yl)-6-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1236861-67-8
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2
Molecular Weight	148.21 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2-(azetidin-3-yl)pyridine; 3-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)azetidine; 2-(Azetidin-3-yl)-6-picoline; Azetidine, 3-(6-methyl-2-pyridinyl)-; 6-Methyl-2-(3-azetidinyl)pyridine; 2-(3-Azetidinyl)-6-methylpyridine
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Azetidin-3-Yl)-6-Methylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, confirming compliance with client specifications and industry best practices for advanced intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
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.