Description

2,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitropyridine is a high-purity, versatile nitropyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a reactive nitro group adjacent to a sterically defined pyridine core, enabling precise chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated nitrogen-containing ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring novel heterocyclic chemistry and nitro group transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	52381-06-3
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2,5-dimethylpyridine; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-nitropyridine; 2,5-Lutidine, 3-nitro-; 3-Nitro-2,5-lutidine; 52381-06-3; Pyridine, 3-nitro-2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-nitro-pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitropyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards through rigorous analytical protocols, including HPLC, GC, and NMR for identity and purity verification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening sealed containers. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.