Description

1-Methyl-4(1H)-Pyridinone CAS NO 695-19-2 is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique pyridinone structure makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and exploratory synthesis in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing certain classes of specialty dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-4(1H)-Pyridinone
CAS No.	695-19-2
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO
Molecular Weight	109.13 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-4-pyridone; 1-Methyl-4(1H)-pyridinone; 4-Hydroxy-1-methylpyridinium; 1-Methyl-4-hydroxypyridinium; N-Methyl-4-pyridone; 4-Pyridone, 1-methyl-; 1-Methyl-4-pyridinone; 4-Methoxypyridine N-oxide (tautomer)
EINECS	211-791-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-4(1H)-Pyridinone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. 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, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.