Description

2-(4-Butylbenzoyl)Pyridine is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of aromatic ketones, serving as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a pyridine ring and a butyl-substituted benzoyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers working in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor-binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structure can contribute to improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis, useful in asymmetric synthesis and material science.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or charge-transport materials, due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and the exploration of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Butylbenzoyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	61780-16-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₇NO
Molecular Weight	239.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Butyl-2-benzoylpyridine; 2-(4-Butylbenzoyl)pyridine; (4-Butylphenyl)(pyridin-2-yl)methanone; 2-Pyridyl 4-Butylphenyl Ketone; p-Butyl-2-benzoylpyridine; 2-Benzoyl-4'-butylpyridine; Ketone, (4-butylphenyl)-2-pyridyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Butylbenzoyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic intermediates. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. We support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.