Description

4-Methyl-3-Nitropyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block and a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridine ring, which serves as a crucial precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to create complex molecules with targeted biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the nitropyridine moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers and light-emitting components.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex dyes and functional colorants.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring novel organic reactions and constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-3-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	5832-44-0
Molecular Formula	C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	138.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-picoline; 3-Nitro-4-methylpyridine; 4-Methyl-3-nitro-pyridine; 4-Picoline, 3-nitro-; 3-Nitro-4-methylpyridine; 4-Methyl-3-nitropyridine; Pyridine, 4-methyl-3-nitro-
EINECS	227-422-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-3-Nitropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every batch, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in pharmaceutical and advanced chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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