Description

6-Methoxy-3-Methylpyridin-2-Amine is a high-purity, functionalized pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its versatile amine and methoxy substituents, which make it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process scale-up teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional dyes due to its electron-donating methoxy group.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up production under cGMP or ISO standards.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in medicinal chemistry programs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methoxy-3-Methylpyridin-2-Amine
CAS No.	1260663-81-7
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2O
Molecular Weight	138.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-6-methoxy-3-methylpyridine; 3-Methyl-6-methoxypyridin-2-amine; 6-Methoxy-3-methyl-2-pyridinamine; 2-Pyridinamine, 6-methoxy-3-methyl-; 6-Methoxy-3-methylpyridin-2-ylamine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Methoxy-3-Methylpyridin-2-Amine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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