Description

3-Methylpyridine-2-Amidoxime is a specialized organic compound belonging to the amidoxime class, known for its versatile chelating and nucleophilic properties. This high-purity intermediate is critical for synthesizing advanced pharmaceutical agents, agrochemicals, and metal-chelating polymers. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its functional group contributes to biological activity.
• Metal Chelation & Extraction: Serves as a precursor for ligands used in hydrometallurgy for the selective extraction and recovery of valuable metals like uranium or rare earth elements.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymers to create functional materials with enhanced metal-binding capacities for filtration or catalytic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to prepare novel coordination complexes for catalytic or material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylpyridine-2-Amidoxime
CAS No.	690632-33-8
Molecular Formula	C7H9N3O
Molecular Weight	151.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridineacetamide, α-(aminooxy)-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxamidoxime; 3-Methylpicolinamidoxime; 2-Amidoxime-3-methylpyridine; (Z)-N'-Hydroxy-3-methylpicolinimidamide; 3-Methylpyridine-2-carboxamidoxime; α-(Aminooxy)-3-methyl-2-pyridineacetamide
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylpyridine-2-Amidoxime is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.