Description

1-(3-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Ethanamine CAS NO 780803-63-6 is a specialized pyridine derivative building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key chiral intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other high-value fine chemicals. Pharmaceutical R&D teams and custom synthesis manufacturers need this high-purity intermediate to create novel compounds with potential therapeutic applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its pyridine core contributes to 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 custom synthesis for creating specialty chemicals with applications in material science and electronics.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Ethanamine
CAS No.	780803-63-6
Molecular Formula	C8H12N2
Molecular Weight	136.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethan-1-amine; 1-(3-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)ethylamine; 1-(3-Methyl-2-pyridyl)ethanamine; α-Methyl-3-methyl-2-pyridinemethanamine; 2-(1-Aminoethyl)-3-methylpyridine; (RS)-1-(3-Methylpyridin-2-yl)ethanamine; (±)-1-(3-Methyl-2-pyridinyl)ethylamine
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Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Ethanamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. All material is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can provide material meeting specific customer specifications upon request.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.