Description

3-(4-Methylphenyl)Pyridine is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a pyridine ring linked to a methyl-substituted phenyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand in Catalysis: Serves as a ligand or precursor for ligands in transition metal catalysis, facilitating various cross-coupling and hydrogenation reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and the exploration of new chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Methylphenyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	4423-09-0
Molecular Formula	C12H11N
Molecular Weight	169.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(p-Tolyl)pyridine; 3-(4-Methylphenyl)pyridine; 4-Methyl-3-phenylpyridine; 3-(4'-Methylphenyl)pyridine; p-Tolyl-3-pyridine; 3-p-Tolylpyridine; 4-Methylbiphenyl-3-pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Methylphenyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.