Description

2-Amino-4-Methyl-3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is a versatile pyridine derivative featuring both an amino and an aldehyde functional group on the heterocyclic ring. This bifunctional nature makes it a valuable and highly reactive building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those with pyridine-based core structures, such as kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyridine moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for advanced materials, including organic semiconductors and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create fluorescent tags or molecular probes for studying biological processes due to its reactive aldehyde group for conjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4-Methyl-3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	54856-60-9
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-4-methylnicotinaldehyde; 2-Amino-4-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2-amino-4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-2-aminonicotinaldehyde; 2-Amino-4-methyl-pyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 2-Amino-4-methyl-3-formylpyridine; 4-Methyl-2-aminopyridine-3-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-Methyl-3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.