Description

2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Nicotinaldehyde is a specialized organic building block featuring a nicotinaldehyde core substituted with a 4-methylphenoxy group. This compound matters as a key synthetic intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for lead optimization and novel compound synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Material Science: Utilized in the research of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers due to its conjugated system.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory organic synthesis in academic and CRO (Contract Research Organization) settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Nicotinaldehyde
CAS No.	478030-89-6
Molecular Formula	C14H13NO2
Molecular Weight	227.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(p-Tolyloxy)nicotinaldehyde; 2-(4-Methylphenoxy)pyridine-3-carbaldehyde; Nicotinaldehyde, 2-(4-methylphenoxy)-; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2-(4-methylphenoxy)-; 2-(4-Methylphenoxy)-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Nicotinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing using advanced analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to ensure compliance with precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.