Description

6-Amino-5-Methylnicotinaldehyde is a high-purity, versatile nicotinic acid derivative and a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, featuring both an aldehyde and an amino group on a pyridine scaffold, enabling its use in the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and the discovery of new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Amino-5-Methylnicotinaldehyde
CAS No.	1288989-75-2
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-6-aminonicotinaldehyde; 3-Formyl-5-methylpyridin-2-amine; 2-Amino-5-formyl-3-methylpyridine; 6-Amino-5-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 5-Methyl-2-amino-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 6-Amino-5-picolinaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 6-Amino-5-Methylnicotinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

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 after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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