Description

1-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-2-m-Tolylethane-1,2-Dione is a specialized diketone compound featuring a pyridine and a substituted phenyl ring, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure is pivotal for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and functional materials. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a backbone for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, photoresists, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for exploring new chemical entities and reaction methodologies in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-2-m-Tolylethane-1,2-Dione
CAS No.	40061-30-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	225.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Methylbenzoyl)-2-pyridyl ketone; 1-(3-Pyridinyl)-2-(3-methylphenyl)ethanedione; 3-(3-Methylbenzoyl)-2-pyridinyl ketone; 3-Pyridyl 3-methylphenyl diketone; 1-(Pyridin-3-yl)-2-(m-tolyl)ethane-1,2-dione; 3-Benzoylpyridine, 3'-methyl-; m-Tolyl 3-pyridyl diketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-2-m-Tolylethane-1,2-Dione adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.