Description

2,4-Dihydroxypyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both hydroxyl and pyridine moieties, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry & Chelating Agent: Acts as a ligand for metal ions, useful in catalysis and the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated system.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies involving enzyme inhibition or nucleotide analogs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,4-Dihydroxypyridine
CAS No.	84719-31-3
Molecular Formula	C5H5NO2
Molecular Weight	111.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Pyridinediol; 4-Hydroxy-2-pyridone; 2,4-Dihydroxypyridine; 2,4-DHP; 2,4-Dihydroxypyridine; 2,4-Dihydroxypyridine (enol form); 2,4-Dihydroxypyridine (keto form); 4-Hydroxy-2(1H)-pyridinone
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dihydroxypyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 minimize exposure to 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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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