Description

Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-8-Carboxaldehyde, 2-Methyl- is a high-value heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate prized for its reactive aldehyde functionality. This compound matters for its critical role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for lead optimization and scalable synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the imidazopyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as ligands for OLEDs or molecular sensors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build fluorescent tags or photoaffinity labels for studying biological processes and target engagement.
• Academic and R&D: A versatile scaffold for methodological chemistry research and the exploration of new heterocyclic reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-8-Carboxaldehyde, 2-Methyl-
CAS No.	85333-33-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O
Molecular Weight	160.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-8-carbaldehyde; 8-Formyl-2-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 2-Methyl-8-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 2-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-8-carboxaldehyde; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-8-carboxaldehyde, 2-methyl-; 85333-33-1; 2-Methyl-8-formylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine
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Quality Control

Our Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-8-Carboxaldehyde, 2-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.