Description

4-Benzylpyridin-3-Amine is a versatile aromatic amine building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a pyridine and a benzylamine moiety, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex pharmacophores and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its amine functionality for creating bioactive molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where its aromatic amine structure imparts specific properties.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new reaction pathways in university and corporate research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive in the development of advanced polymers and electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzylpyridin-3-Amine
CAS No.	516513-80-7
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2
Molecular Weight	184.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-4-benzylpyridine; 4-Benzyl-3-pyridinamine; 4-Benzyl-3-aminopyridine; 3-Pyridinamine, 4-(phenylmethyl)-; 4-(Phenylmethyl)pyridin-3-amine; 4-Benzylpyridin-3-ylamine; (4-Benzylpyridin-3-yl)amine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Benzylpyridin-3-Amine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.