Description

2-Amino-4,6-dimethoxypyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridine core, which serves as a crucial precursor for constructing complex molecules in advanced chemical manufacturing. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical formulators, and specialty chemical producers for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its methoxy and amino groups for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-donor ligands in transition metal catalysis, useful in cross-coupling and other fine chemical reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and photoactive materials due to its electron-donating properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for creating specialized azo dyes and functional colorants.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and novel heterocycle construction.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Amino-4,6-dimethoxypyridine
CAS No.	256642-28-1
Molecular Formula	C7H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	154.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dimethoxy-2-pyridinamine; 2-Pyridinamine, 4,6-dimethoxy-; 2-Amino-4,6-dimethoxypyrimidine (common misnomer); 4,6-Dimethoxypyridin-2-amine; 2-ADMP; 4,6-Dimethoxy-2-aminopyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4,6-dimethoxypyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. 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 industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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 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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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