Description

Ethyl 3-(4-Pyridyl)Propiolate is a specialized organic building block featuring a propiolate ester group conjugated to a pyridine ring. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its conjugated system and coordination sites.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of fluorescent tags or photoaffinity labels for studying biological systems.
• Academic & R&D: A versatile reagent in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-(4-Pyridyl)Propiolate
CAS No.	66869-71-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(4-Pyridinyl)-2-propynoate; 3-(4-Pyridyl)propiolic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Pyridylpropiolic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Pyridylpropiolate; Ethyl 3-Pyridin-4-ylpropiolate; 2-Propynoic acid, 3-(4-pyridinyl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-(4-Pyridyl)Propiolate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.