Description

2-(Hex-5-Enyl)Pyridine is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine ring linked to a terminal alkene chain. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized pyridine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of novel crop protection agents, such as herbicides and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials where its alkene group allows for further polymerization or modification.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized as a versatile building block for manufacturing complex fragrance, flavor, and dye intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Hex-5-Enyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	71532-23-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₅N
Molecular Weight	161.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hexen-1-ylpyridine; 2-(5-Hexenyl)pyridine; 2-(5-Hexen-1-yl)pyridine; Pyridine, 2-(5-hexen-1-yl)-; 2-n-Hex-5-enylpyridine; 2-(Hex-5-en-1-yl)pyridine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Hex-5-Enyl)Pyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and provide comprehensive analytical documentation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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