Description

4-Hydroxypyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl group and a nitrogen atom in an aromatic ring, makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands, and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing various drugs, including potential kinase inhibitors, antibacterial agents, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a precursor for creating complexing agents and ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, polymers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring novel organic reactions and synthesizing specialized fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxypyridine
CAS No.	426-64-2
Molecular Formula	C5H5NO
Molecular Weight	95.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyridinol; γ-Hydroxypyridine; 4-Pyridinone (tautomer); 4(1H)-Pyridinone; 4-Hydroxypyridine, 4-Pyridone; 4-Hydroxypyridine (4-Pyridone); Pyridin-4-ol
EINECS	207-045-6

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxypyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and conformance to specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of moisture from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	148°C - 152°C
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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