Description

2-(Azidomethyl)Pyridine (Saltdata: Free) is a versatile organic azide compound, a key building block in click chemistry and pharmaceutical synthesis. Its value lies in its high reactivity, enabling efficient cycloaddition reactions to form valuable triazole linkages under mild conditions. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of triazole-containing drug candidates via copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) click chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel pesticidal and herbicidal compounds with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Enables the functionalization of polymers and surfaces, contributing to the development of smart materials, coatings, and adhesives.
• Bioconjugation: Facilitates the labeling and modification of biomolecules (proteins, peptides, nucleic acids) for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Serves as a tool compound for target identification and validation in drug discovery pipelines.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Used in the preparation of nitrogen-donor ligands for transition metal catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Azidomethyl)Pyridine (Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	609770-35-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6N4
Molecular Weight	134.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Azidomethyl)pyridine; 2-Pyridinemethanol, azide; 2-Pyridylmethyl azide; Azidomethyl-pyridine; (Azidomethyl)pyridine; 2-Azidomethylpyridine; Pyridine, 2-(azidomethyl)-; 609770-35-6
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Azidomethyl)Pyridine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) due to its properties of being easily oxidized and highly volatile. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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