Description

5-Amino-2-hydroxypyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring both amino and hydroxyl functional groups on a pyridine ring. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and production purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and colorants due to its aromatic amine structure.
• Complex Ligand and Chelator: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Amino-2-hydroxypyridine
CAS No.	59315-46-7
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2O
Molecular Weight	110.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-aminopyridine; 5-Amino-2-pyridinol; 5-Amino-2(1H)-pyridinone; 2-Pyridinol, 5-amino-; 5-Amino-2-hydroxypyridine; 5-Amino-2-pyridone; 2-Hydroxy-5-aminopyridine
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Quality Control

Our 5-Amino-2-hydroxypyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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