Description

1-(5-Methylpyridin-2-Yl)Ethanol is a high-purity pyridine derivative and a valuable chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for the development of advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals due to its specific structural motif. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine core for biological activity.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex organic molecules for electronics, materials science, and performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in medicinal and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(5-Methylpyridin-2-Yl)Ethanol
CAS No.	71777-64-5
Molecular Formula	C8H11NO
Molecular Weight	137.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-5-methylpyridine; (5-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)ethanol; 1-(5-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)ethanol; α-Methyl-5-methyl-2-pyridinemethanol; 5-Methyl-2-pyridineethanol; 2-(5-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethan-1-ol
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Quality Control

Our 1-(5-Methylpyridin-2-Yl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for all commercial quantities.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (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.