Description

2-Hydroxymethyl 2-(4-Pyridyl)-1,3-Propanediol is a versatile pyridine-containing polyol building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce both hydrophilic and coordinating functionalities into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries for applications in ligand synthesis, catalyst development, and as a precursor for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complexing agents and chelating ligands for catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Asymmetric Catalysis: Serves as a precursor for chiral auxiliaries and organocatalysts used in stereoselective synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Used in the synthesis of advanced materials, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and functional coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxymethyl 2-(4-Pyridyl)-1,3-Propanediol
CAS No.	20845-48-1
Molecular Formula	C9H13NO3
Molecular Weight	183.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-(4-pyridinyl)-1,3-propanediol; 2-(4-Pyridyl)-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-(4-pyridinyl)-; 2-(4-Pyridyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol; 4-Pyridinepropanol, α,α-bis(hydroxymethyl)-; α,α-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-4-pyridinepropanol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxymethyl 2-(4-Pyridyl)-1,3-Propanediol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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