Description

4-Ethyl-2(1H)-Pyridinone is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique pyridinone core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for medicinal chemistry, combinatorial chemistry, and library synthesis in R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethyl-2(1H)-Pyridinone
CAS No.	37529-91-2
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO
Molecular Weight	123.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 4-Ethyl-2-pyridone; 4-Ethyl-1H-pyridin-2-one; 4-Ethyl-2-hydroxypyridine; 2-Hydroxy-4-ethylpyridine; 4-Ethylpyridin-2(1H)-one; 4-Ethyl-2-pyridinol; 4-Ethyl-2(1H)-pyridone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethyl-2(1H)-Pyridinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 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.