Description

4-Octylpyridine is a versatile alkylated pyridine derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and advanced materials. Its unique structure, featuring a long alkyl chain attached to the pyridine ring, provides valuable properties such as lipophilicity and surface activity, making it crucial for applications requiring specific solubility or coordination behavior. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing catalysts, ligands, and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts in fine chemical production.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as an intermediate in the development of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Employed in the manufacture of high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial fluids and coatings.
• Ionic Liquid Component: Utilized in the creation of novel ionic liquids for green chemistry and separation processes.
• Surface Modification Agent: Functions as a modifier for nanoparticles and polymers to alter surface properties and compatibility.
• Extractant in Metal Recovery: Applied in solvent extraction processes for the selective recovery and purification of precious and rare-earth metals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Octylpyridine
CAS No.	40089-91-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₁N
Molecular Weight	191.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-n-Octylpyridine; γ-Octylpyridine; 4-(Octyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 4-octyl-; Octylpyridine; 4-OPy; 4-C8Py; 4-(n-Octyl)pyridine
EINECS	254-817-7

Quality Control

Our 4-Octylpyridine is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols and regulatory compliance needs.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.490
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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