Description

2,4-Diethylpyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyridine ring substituted with ethyl groups at the 2 and 4 positions. This specific substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and agrochemical manufacturers for its utility in constructing ligands, catalysts, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, including potential antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive heterocyclic structure.
• Catalyst & Ligand Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis for fine chemical production.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and creating novel molecular architectures.
• Material Science: Utilized in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a building block for creating chelating agents and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,4-Diethylpyridine
CAS No.	626-21-1
Molecular Formula	C9H13N
Molecular Weight	135.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Diethylpyridine; 2,4-DEP; Pyridine, 2,4-diethyl-; 2,4-Diethylpyridin; 2,4-Diethyl-pyridin; 2,4-Diethylpyridine (6CI,7CI,8CI); 2,4-Diethylpyridine (626-21-1); 2,4-Diethyl-pyridine
EINECS	210-931-4

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Diethylpyridine is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and industrial synthesis, ensuring reliable performance in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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