Description

2,3-Dimethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its fused imidazopyridine core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing novel pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the life sciences and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides due to its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as ligands in coordination chemistry or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in academic and industrial research as a probe or inhibitor to study enzyme function and biological mechanisms.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Intermediate for creating specialized colorants and imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine
CAS No.	41231-05-4
Molecular Formula	C8H9N3
Molecular Weight	147.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; 3H-Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine, 2,3-dimethyl-; 2,3-Dimethylimidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; 2,3-Dimethyl-3H-imidazo(4,5-b)pyridine; 2,3-Dimethylimidazopyridine; 41231-05-4 (CAS); 2,3-Dimethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]piridina
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.