Description

4-(Dimethylamino)Picolinaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized heterocyclic building block, specifically a pyridine derivative bearing both an aldehyde and a dimethylamino group. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor 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 novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group for constructing complex heterocyclic cores.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, photoactive materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its electron-donating dimethylamino group and metal-coordinating sites.
• Fluorescent Dye and Sensor Synthesis: Acts as a key component in the preparation of advanced fluorescent probes and molecular sensors, where the aldehyde group facilitates imine or hydrazone formation for target recognition.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Dimethylamino)Picolinaldehyde
CAS No.	59886-58-7
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O
Molecular Weight	150.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Dimethylamino)-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-(dimethylamino)pyridine; 4-(N,N-Dimethylamino)picolinaldehyde; 4-Dimethylaminopicolinaldehyde; 4-(Dimethylamino)-2-formylpyridine; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 4-(dimethylamino)-; 4-(Dimethylamino)pyridine-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Dimethylamino)Picolinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and moisture, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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