Description

3-Hydroxy-5-Ethylpyridine is a versatile pyridine derivative that serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its unique structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and an ethyl substituent, makes it a valuable building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and production units in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and life science industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds and functionalized molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-5-Ethylpyridine
CAS No.	62003-48-9
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO
Molecular Weight	123.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyl-3-hydroxypyridine; 5-Ethylpyridin-3-ol; 3-Pyridinol, 5-ethyl-; 3-Hydroxy-5-ethylpyridine; 5-Ethyl-3-pyridinol
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Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-5-Ethylpyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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