Description

4-Nitro-2,3-Lutidine-n-Oxide is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound, a nitrated derivative of lutidine N-oxide, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical precursor for the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and anti-infective applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its nitro and heterocyclic functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and in the synthesis of organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a nitrating agent or an oxidizing agent analog in specific, controlled organic transformations.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new reaction pathways in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitro-2,3-Lutidine-n-Oxide
CAS No.	37699-43-7
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-2,3-dimethylpyridine 1-oxide; 2,3-Dimethyl-4-nitropyridine N-oxide; 4-Nitro-2,3-lutidine 1-oxide; 4-Nitro-2,3-dimethylpyridine N-oxide; Lutidine N-oxide, 4-nitro derivative; Pyridine, 2,3-dimethyl-4-nitro-, 1-oxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitro-2,3-Lutidine-n-Oxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications, with specifications available for various purity grades.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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