Description

2-(2-Pyridyl)-4-Pentyn-2-Ol is a specialized organic compound featuring both a pyridine ring and a terminal alkyne functional group, making it a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This unique bifunctional structure is critical for creating complex molecular architectures through selective coupling and cyclization reactions. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring pyridine-based heterocycles or alkyne handles for click chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, where its molecular scaffold can contribute to novel modes of action.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the production of specialty polymers and advanced materials, where the alkyne group enables polymerization or surface functionalization.
• Chemical Biology: Useful as a probe or linker molecule in bioconjugation and proteomics research due to its reactive alkyne moiety.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and catalysis studies within university and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Pyridyl)-4-Pentyn-2-Ol
CAS No.	54136-95-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO
Molecular Weight	161.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentyn-2-ol, 2-(2-pyridinyl)-; 2-(Pyridin-2-yl)pent-4-yn-2-ol; 2-(2-Pyridinyl)-4-pentyn-2-ol; 2-Pyridin-2-ylpent-4-yn-2-ol; 2-(2-Pyridyl)-4-pentyn-2-ol; 2-(2-Pyridyl)pent-4-yn-2-ol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2-Pyridyl)-4-Pentyn-2-Ol is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Our quality assurance protocol includes identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling using advanced techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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