Description

2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Ethanol is a high-value pyridine derivative, specifically a nitropyridine ethanol, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a nitro group and a hydroxymethyl linker, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the pyridine core contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Ethanol
CAS No.	1260740-65-5
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Nitro-2-pyridinyl)ethanol; 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)ethan-1-ol; 5-Nitro-2-pyridineethanol; 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)ethanol; 2-Pyridineethanol, 5-nitro-; 2-Hydroxyethyl-5-nitropyridine; 5-Nitro-2-(2-hydroxyethyl)pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and high-purity research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be amber-colored or stored in opaque secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.