Description

5-(Benzyloxy)-6-Methylpicolinaldehyde is a high-purity, specialized organic building block with the CAS registry number 59781-12-3. This compound is valued for its reactive aldehyde functional group and protected phenolic moiety, making it a versatile intermediate in complex synthetic pathways. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

This aldehyde derivative serves as a critical precursor in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the construction of heterocyclic compounds in academic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Benzyloxy)-6-Methylpicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	59781-12-3
Molecular Formula	C14H13NO2
Molecular Weight	227.26 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-5-(phenylmethoxy)-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 5-Benzyloxy-6-methylpicolinaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 5-(benzyloxy)-6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-5-benzyloxypicolinaldehyde; 5-(Benzyloxy)-6-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 5-Benzyloxy-6-methylpyridine-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(Benzyloxy)-6-Methylpicolinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (HPLC, GC, NMR, IR) upon request, supporting cGMP and ISO standards for traceability and reliability in your supply chain.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation of quality, especially after the container has been opened.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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