Description

3,3-Dimethyl-1-Pyridin-2-Ylbutan-2-One is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine moiety and a ketone functional group. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate or building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating novel ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile building block for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities in contract research organizations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3-Dimethyl-1-Pyridin-2-Ylbutan-2-One
CAS No.	34552-04-0
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO
Molecular Weight	177.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetyl-2-methyl-3-(2-pyridyl)propane; 1-(2-Pyridinyl)-3,3-dimethyl-2-butanone; 3,3-Dimethyl-1-(2-pyridinyl)-2-butanone; 2-Pyridyl tert-butyl ketone; α,α-Dimethyl-2-pyridinepropanoic acid methyl ketone; tert-Butyl 2-pyridyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our 3,3-Dimethyl-1-Pyridin-2-Ylbutan-2-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and results are 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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