Description

5-Methyl-4-Phenylpyridine-3-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a pyridine core and a reactive aldehyde group, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex nitrogen-containing compounds. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and functional polymers.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-4-Phenylpyridine-3-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	404338-67-6
Molecular Formula	C14H13NO
Molecular Weight	211.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenyl-5-methylpyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Formyl-5-methyl-4-phenylpyridine; 5-Methyl-4-phenyl-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 404338-67-6; 5-Methyl-4-phenylnicotinaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-4-Phenylpyridine-3-Carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.