Description

3-Decylpyridine is a high-purity, long-chain alkylpyridine derivative, serving as a versatile intermediate and specialty chemical. Its value lies in its strong basicity and excellent solubility in organic solvents, making it a critical component for advanced synthesis and formulation. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring lipophilic pyridine moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Catalyst & Ligand Component: Employed in the preparation of metal-complexing ligands for homogeneous catalysis.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Acts as an effective additive in industrial lubricants and cooling systems due to its surfactant properties.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: A valuable starting material for creating novel, task-specific ionic liquids with tailored properties.
• Surface Modification Agent: Used to modify material surfaces and nanoparticles to alter wettability and compatibility.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and material science research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Decylpyridine
CAS No.	59652-33-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₅N
Molecular Weight	219.36 g/mol
Synonyms	3-n-Decylpyridine; Decylpyridine; Pyridine, 3-decyl-; 3-(Decyl)pyridine; n-Decyl-3-pyridine; 3-C10-Pyridine; γ-Decylpyridine; 3-(n-Decyl)pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Decylpyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.490
Density (20°C)	0.88 - 0.92 g/mL

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