Description

1-(Selenolo[2,3-B]Pyridin-2-Yl)Ethanone is a specialized organoselenium heterocyclic compound featuring a fused selenophene-pyridine core structure. This compound is of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science due to its unique electronic properties imparted by the selenium atom. It serves as a valuable building block for researchers and manufacturers developing novel pharmaceuticals, organic semiconductors, and catalysts. Target users include R&D chemists in fine chemical, agrochemical, and electronic materials industries seeking to incorporate selenium heterocycles into new molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting selenoenzyme inhibition or acting as antioxidants.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Building block for the development of organic semiconductors, hole-transport materials, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-rich selenophene unit.
• Catalysis Research: Potential ligand or precursor for designing novel organoselenium catalysts used in green chemistry and asymmetric synthesis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate for creating new generations of fungicides or herbicides that leverage the biological activity of organoselenium compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Used in research to develop molecular probes for studying selenium metabolism and selenoprotein function.
• Material Science Research: Component in the development of advanced polymeric materials and coordination complexes with specific photophysical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-(Selenolo[2,3-B]Pyridin-2-Yl)Ethanone
CAS No.	41323-20-0
Molecular Formula	C9H7NOSe
Molecular Weight	224.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylselenolo[2,3-b]pyridine; 1-(Selenopheno[2,3-b]pyridin-2-yl)ethanone; Ethanone, 1-(selenolo[2,3-b]pyridin-2-yl)-; Acetylselenolopyridine; Selenolo[2,3-b]pyridin-2-yl methyl ketone; 2-Acetyl-7-azaselenaindene; 1-(7-Azainden-2-yl)selenophene-2-ethanone (related structural name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(Selenolo[2,3-B]Pyridin-2-Yl)Ethanone adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development purposes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support custom synthesis projects with tailored specifications and analytical validation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container sealed under an inert atmosphere if long-term storage is required to minimize potential degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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