Description

1-(6-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Yl)-Ethylamine is a versatile pyridine derivative and a valuable chiral amine building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structural motif contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials requiring a substituted pyridyl-ethylamine scaffold.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(6-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Yl)-Ethylamine
CAS No.	58088-67-8
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2
Molecular Weight	136.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanamine; α-Methyl-6-picolylamine; 1-(6-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)ethylamine; 2-(1-Aminoethyl)-6-methylpyridine; (1-(6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethyl)amine; 6-Methyl-2-(1-aminoethyl)pyridine; 1-(6-Methyl-2-pyridyl)ethylamine
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Quality Control

Our 1-(6-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Yl)-Ethylamine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and chiral integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (Specific enantiomer available)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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