Description

7-Methyl-1,8-naphthyridin-4(1H)-one is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the naphthyridine class, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its versatile molecular scaffold, which is crucial for constructing more complex pharmacologically active molecules. This high-purity building block is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D departments and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Potential building block for creating organic ligands in catalysis or for developing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a critical reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in university and CRO laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Can be utilized as a starting material for synthesizing specialized heterocyclic dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyl-1,8-naphthyridin-4(1H)-one
CAS No.	49655-73-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-1,8-naphthyridin-4-ol; 4-Hydroxy-7-methyl-1,8-naphthyridine; 7-Methyl-4-hydroxy-1,8-naphthyridine; 1,8-Naphthyridin-4(1H)-one, 7-methyl-; 7-Methyl-1,8-naphthyridin-4-one; 4(1H)-7-Methyl-1,8-naphthyridinone
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Quality Control

We supply 7-Methyl-1,8-naphthyridin-4(1H)-one in high-purity grades suitable for research and commercial synthesis. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.