Description

(6-Methoxypyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is a versatile pyridine derivative and a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a methoxy-substituted pyridine ring and a hydroxymethyl group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to introduce specific pharmacophores and modify compound properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or possessing kinase inhibitory activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyridine moiety for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral and achiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complex formation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6-Methoxypyridin-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	58584-63-7
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO2
Molecular Weight	139.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-methoxypyridine; 6-Methoxy-3-pyridinemethanol; 6-Methoxynicotinyl alcohol; (6-Methoxy-3-pyridyl)methanol; 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methoxypyridine; 2-Methoxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine; 6-Methoxy-3-pyridylcarbinol
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Quality Control

Our (6-Methoxypyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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