Description

2,5-Dimethylpyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound and a valuable alkylated pyridine derivative. This chemical serves as a crucial strong base and organic solvent in advanced synthesis, enabling critical transformations in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for use as a key intermediate and catalyst.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs containing pyridine-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides as a core heterocyclic component.
• Catalyst & Ligand Precursor: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands and catalysts used in metal-organic chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a strong organic base and solvent in various alkylation, acylation, and condensation reactions.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in specialty formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and material science research to develop new compounds.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,5-Dimethylpyridine
CAS No.	589-93-5
Molecular Formula	C7H9N
Molecular Weight	107.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Lutidine; 2,5-Dimethylpyridine; 2,5-Dimethylazine; Pyridine, 2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-DMP; α,α'-Dimethylpyridine; Lutidine (mixed isomers); Contact for details for additional trade names.
EINECS	209-668-1

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethylpyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements, including compliance with relevant ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.498 - 1.502
Density (20°C)	0.920 - 0.940 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 157°C

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