Description

1-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-2-m-Tolylethanone is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine and a substituted acetophenone moiety, serving as a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This ketone derivative is crucial for the development of novel pharmacologically active molecules and functional materials due to its unique structural framework. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating new active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel active ingredients for crop protection products, such as herbicides or fungicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalytic systems for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials, including charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes to study biological pathways and protein functions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile building block for methodological chemistry research and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-2-m-Tolylethanone
CAS No.	40061-20-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₃NO
Molecular Weight	211.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetylpyridine, m-tolyl derivative; 2-(3-Methylphenyl)-1-(3-pyridinyl)ethanone; 1-(3-Pyridinyl)-2-(3-methylphenyl)ethanone; 3'-Methyl-3-pyridyl acetophenone; m-Tolyl 3-pyridyl ketone; 2-(m-Tolyl)-1-(pyridin-3-yl)ethanone; 3-Pyridyl m-tolyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-2-m-Tolylethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.