Description

2-Amino-3-Methylimidazo(4,5-B)Pyridine is a heterocyclic aromatic amine of significant interest in research and analytical chemistry. This compound matters as a key reference standard and a crucial intermediate in the study of mutagenic and carcinogenic substances formed during high-temperature cooking of protein-rich foods. It is primarily needed by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and chemical manufacturers focused on food safety, toxicology, and the development of detection methods for heterocyclic amines (HCAs).

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a certified standard for the quantitative and qualitative analysis of heterocyclic amines (HCAs) in food matrices and environmental samples via HPLC, GC-MS, or LC-MS/MS.
• Toxicology and Metabolic Studies: Serves as a critical reagent in research investigating the metabolism, genotoxicity, and carcinogenic mechanisms of aminoimidazoazaarenes (AIAs).
• Food Safety Research: Employed in studies aiming to quantify HCAs in cooked meats (beef, chicken, fish) and to develop mitigation strategies for their formation.
• Biomarker Development: Used in the synthesis of haptens for antibody production, enabling the development of immunoassays for HCA detection.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic compounds for pharmaceutical or advanced material research.
• Method Validation: Essential for validating analytical methods in compliance with food safety regulations and quality control protocols in testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Methylimidazo(4,5-B)Pyridine
CAS No.	30458-69-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8N4
Molecular Weight	148.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-aminoimidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; 2-Amino-3-methyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; 2-Amino-3-methylimidazopyridine; 3-Methyl-2-aminoimidazopyridine; 2-A-3-MIP; MeAIP; AIA; Aminoimidazoazaarene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-3-Methylimidazo(4,5-B)Pyridine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and related substance profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98% (Analytical Standard Grade)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	< 1.0%

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