Description

3-Acetyl-2-Methylimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in pharmaceutical research and development. Its unique fused-ring structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a building block for creating specialized organic ligands and functional molecules used in catalysis and material synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical libraries for high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for the custom synthesis of complex, value-added organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Acetyl-2-Methylimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine
CAS No.	29096-60-4
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O
Molecular Weight	174.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-acetylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 1-(2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-3-yl)ethanone; 3-Acetyl-2-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 2-Methyl-3-acetyl-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; Ethanone, 1-(2-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-3-yl)-
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Quality Control

Our 3-Acetyl-2-Methylimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

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 opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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