Description

(6-Fluoro-5-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is a high-value fluorinated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in modern synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in its unique structure, which combines a fluorine substituent and a hydroxymethyl group on a methylated pyridine ring, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) targeted drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atom can improve metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing fluorescent tags or molecular probes for biochemical and diagnostic applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: Available for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs requiring reliable, high-purity building blocks for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6-Fluoro-5-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	1260776-18-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8FNO
Molecular Weight	141.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-fluoro-5-methylpyridine; 6-Fluoro-5-methyl-3-pyridinemethanol; (6-Fluoro-5-methyl-3-pyridinyl)methanol; 5-Methyl-6-fluoro-3-pyridinemethanol; 6-Fluoro-5-methylnicotinyl alcohol; 6-Fluoro-5-methylpyridine-3-methanol
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Quality Control

Our (6-Fluoro-5-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management systems. We offer material suitable for research and development as well as GMP-grade batches for advanced pharmaceutical applications. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality assurance protocols ensure traceability and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of global regulatory frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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