Description

2-Pyridinemethanol, 4-Methoxy-, 1-Oxide (9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic compound featuring a pyridine N-oxide core with methoxy and hydroxymethyl substituents. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of functional polymers or organic electronic materials due to its modifiable pyridine oxide structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridinemethanol, 4-Methoxy-, 1-Oxide (9Ci)
CAS No.	64364-95-0
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight	155.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2-pyridinemethanol 1-Oxide; (4-Methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol N-Oxide; 4-Methoxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine 1-Oxide; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-methoxypyridine N-Oxide; 4-Methoxypicolinic Alcohol N-Oxide; 64364-95-0; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 4-methoxy-, 1-oxide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridinemethanol, 4-Methoxy-, 1-Oxide is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.