Description

(E)-n-((Pyridin-2-Yl)Methylene)Benzenamine is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the Schiff base class, characterized by its imine functional group linking a pyridine and a benzene ring. This structure makes it a valuable versatile intermediate and ligand in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals (e.g., Cu, Ni, Pd), forming complexes used in catalytic processes and material design.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a precursor or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and polymer science.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be employed as a derivatization agent or a standard for method development in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-n-((Pyridin-2-Yl)Methylene)Benzenamine
CAS No.	40468-86-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀N₂
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Pyridin-2-ylmethylidene)aniline; (E)-N-(Pyridin-2-ylmethylene)benzenamine; 2-(Benzylideneamino)pyridine; N-Benzylidene-2-pyridinamine; N-(2-Pyridylmethylene)aniline; Schiff base of 2-aminopyridine and benzaldehyde; (E)-N-(Pyridin-2-ylmethylidene)phenylamine
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Quality Control

Our (E)-n-((Pyridin-2-Yl)Methylene)Benzenamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant tests. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	85 - 90 °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.