Description

2,6-Dimethoxypyridine CAS NO 6231-81-1 is a versatile heterocyclic building block characterized by its two methoxy substituents on the pyridine ring. This compound is highly valued in organic synthesis for its role as a key intermediate in the production of complex pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis for fine chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers and light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development, scaffold diversification, and exploring novel reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethoxypyridine
CAS No.	6231-81-1
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO2
Molecular Weight	139.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethoxypyridine; Pyridine, 2,6-dimethoxy-; 2,6-DMP; 2,6-Bis(methoxy)pyridine; 2,6-Pyridinedimethanol, dimethyl ether; 6231-81-1
EINECS	228-336-8

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dimethoxypyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial 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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled in accordance with good laboratory practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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