Description

3-Benzoylpyridine is a versatile organic compound featuring a pyridine ring substituted with a benzoyl group, making it a valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure provides a key scaffold for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients and functional materials. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental building block for organic chemists exploring new reactions and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzoylpyridine
CAS No.	5424-19-1
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO
Molecular Weight	183.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenyl 3-pyridyl ketone; 3-Pyridyl phenyl ketone; m-Benzoylpyridine; 3-Pyridinyl phenyl methanone; Phenyl(3-pyridinyl)methanone; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, phenyl ester (tautomer); Ketone, phenyl 3-pyridyl
EINECS	226-577-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Benzoylpyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	70 - 74 °C
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.