Description

Cyclobutyl 2-Pyridyl Ketone is a specialized organic building block featuring a cyclobutyl ring linked to a 2-pyridyl ketone moiety. This compound is valued for its unique structural framework, which is highly sought after in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for constructing complex molecular architectures. It serves as a critical intermediate for medicinal chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects under cGMP or research-grade conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclobutyl 2-Pyridyl Ketone
CAS No.	515154-32-2
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO
Molecular Weight	161.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridyl Cyclobutyl Ketone; Cyclobutyl(2-pyridinyl)methanone; 1-(Cyclobutyl)-2-(pyridin-2-yl)ethanone; 2-Acetylpyridine Cyclobutyl Derivative; Ketone, Cyclobutyl 2-Pyridyl; 515154-32-2; Cyclobutyl Pyridin-2-yl Ketone
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Quality Control

Our Cyclobutyl 2-Pyridyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring research-grade to cGMP-compliant materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or clear to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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