Description

Acetamide, n-Methyl-n-2-Pyridinyl- is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine-acetamide hybrid structure, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its role as a key building block for creating complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity, structurally defined intermediates for drug discovery and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing pyridine and acetamide pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or polymers requiring specific nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for medicinal chemistry programs and the exploration of new chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetamide, n-Methyl-n-2-Pyridinyl-
CAS No.	61996-35-8
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O
Molecular Weight	150.18 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyl-N-(pyridin-2-yl)acetamide; 2-(N-Methylacetamido)pyridine; N-(2-Pyridinyl)-N-methylacetamide; N-Methyl-2-pyridinylacetamide; Acetamide, N-methyl-N-2-pyridinyl-; N-Methyl-N-(2-pyridyl)acetamide
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Quality Control

Our Acetamide, n-Methyl-n-2-Pyridinyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

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