Description

4-Methyl-6-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridin-3-Ol is a high-value fluorinated pyridine derivative, a key building block in modern synthetic chemistry. Its unique trifluoromethyl-substituted pyridine core offers significant advantages in modulating the lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and binding affinity of target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to incorporate advanced fluorinated motifs into novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders, oncology, and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a functional monomer or ligand in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new reaction pathways and creating compound libraries for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-6-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridin-3-Ol
CAS No.	1253790-72-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6F3NO
Molecular Weight	177.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 4-Methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridin-3-ol; 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-methylpyridin-3-ol; 3-Pyridinol, 4-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 4-Methyl-6-trifluoromethyl-3-pyridinol
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-6-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridin-3-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.