Description

(Diphenylphosphoryl)(Pyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is a specialized organophosphorus compound featuring a pyridine-methanol scaffold. This structure is significant for its utility as a key intermediate or ligand in advanced synthetic chemistry and catalysis. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, as well as by manufacturers of fine chemicals and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the development of chiral or transition metal catalysts for asymmetric synthesis, enhancing reaction selectivity and yield.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as an intermediate in creating new generations of herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of functional organic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in academic and industrial research to study enzyme inhibition or cellular signaling pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in custom synthesis and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Diphenylphosphoryl)(Pyridin-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	260446-76-2
Molecular Formula	C18H16NO2P
Molecular Weight	309.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Diphenylphosphinyl)hydroxymethyl]pyridine; (Hydroxy(pyridin-2-yl)methyl)diphenylphosphine oxide; α-Hydroxy-2-pyridinemethanoldiphenylphosphine oxide; (Pyridin-2-yl)(diphenylphosphoryl)methanol; DPPM-OH; (2-Pyridyl)(diphenylphosphinyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our (Diphenylphosphoryl)(Pyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

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 under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.