Description

2-Hydroxy-5-(4-Pyridyl)Pyridine is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a bipyridine core with a hydroxyl substituent, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure makes it a critical ligand precursor and intermediate for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity compound is essential for research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in catalysis, medicinal chemistry, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis, including cross-coupling and hydrogenation reactions.
• Agrochemical Research: Utilized in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating agent for metal ions, forming complexes with applications in material science and analytical chemistry.
• Material Science: Intermediate for the production of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-5-(4-Pyridyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	62749-34-2
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Pyridinyl)-2-pyridinol; 2-Pyridinol, 5-(4-pyridinyl)-; 5-(Pyridin-4-yl)pyridin-2-ol; 2-Hydroxy-5-(4-pyridinyl)pyridine; 4-(6-Hydroxypyridin-3-yl)pyridine; 5-(4-Pyridyl)-2-hydroxypyridine; 2-Hydroxy-5-(4-pyridyl)pyridine; 5-(4-Pyridyl)pyridin-2-ol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-5-(4-Pyridyl)Pyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for research and scale-up processes.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.