Description

2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-Methyl-1H-Pyridin-4-One is a specialized heterocyclic compound with a hydroxymethyl functional group, offering a versatile building block for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and metal chelating agents. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or complexing molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Metal Chelation Research: Serves as a ligand or precursor for ligands in studies involving metal ion binding and sequestration.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to introduce the pyridinone moiety into more complex molecular architectures.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in the study of enzyme inhibitors or as a scaffold for probe molecules in biological systems.
• Material Science: Potential application in the synthesis of functional polymers or coordination polymers with specific properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-Methyl-1H-Pyridin-4-One
CAS No.	1797131-12-4
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO2
Molecular Weight	139.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-pyridin-4-one; 3-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-4(1H)-one; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-methyl-4(1H)-pyridinone; 3-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4-pyridone; 1H-Pyridin-4-one, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-3-methyl-; 4-Pyridinol, 3-methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-; Deferiprone derivative; Hydroxymethyl-substituted pyridinone
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-Methyl-1H-Pyridin-4-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, supporting compliance with research and development standards. Specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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