Description

2-Butoxy-3-Methylpyridine-5-Carboxaldehyde is a specialized pyridine derivative aldehyde, serving as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an alkoxy side chain and a reactive aldehyde group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional organic molecules for electronic materials, liquid crystals, and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry optimization in both academic and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butoxy-3-Methylpyridine-5-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	1310416-56-8
Molecular Formula	C12H17NO2
Molecular Weight	207.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formyl-2-butoxy-3-methylpyridine; 3-Methyl-2-butoxypyridine-5-carboxaldehyde; 2-Butoxy-3-methyl-5-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 2-Butoxy-3-methylpyridine-5-carbaldehyde; 3-Methyl-2-n-butoxypyridine-5-carboxaldehyde; 5-Aldehyde-2-butoxy-3-methylpyridine; Pyridine, 5-formyl-2-butoxy-3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butoxy-3-Methylpyridine-5-Carboxaldehyde 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 detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to reliable supply and traceable quality supports your R&D and scale-up processes from laboratory to pilot plant.

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 light-sensitive nature and potential for oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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