Description

6-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block featuring a nitrophenyl substituent. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing bipyridine or phenanthroline cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitrophenyl-pyridine scaffold imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands used in catalysis, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other functional organic compounds for electronic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for academic and industrial research into new organic reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	52583-70-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	228.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 6-(3-nitrophenyl)-; 3-Nitro-6-pyrid-2-ylbenzaldehyde; 6-(3-Nitrophenyl)picolinaldehyde; 2-Formyl-6-(3-nitrophenyl)pyridine; 6-(m-Nitrophenyl)-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 6-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2-formylpyridine; 6-(3-Nitrophenyl)picolinaldehyde; 52583-70-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, handling should be conducted under appropriate conditions to minimize prolonged exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.