Description

2-(1-Ethyl-1-Methylpropyl)Pyridine is a sterically hindered, tertiary alkyl-substituted pyridine derivative widely employed as a specialty intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique branched alkyl group imparts enhanced thermal stability and selective reactivity—critical for high-yield catalytic transformations and chiral ligand design. This compound is essential for manufacturers developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemical actives, and advanced functional materials requiring precise steric and electronic modulation. The 2-(1-Ethyl-1-Methylpropyl)Pyridine CAS NO 85895-81-4 is supplied under stringent quality controls to meet global regulatory and process consistency requirements.

Application

• Key chiral ligand precursor in asymmetric transition-metal catalysis (e.g., Pd-, Ni-, or Ir-catalyzed C–N and C–C bond formations)
• Building block for thermally stable pyridine-based corrosion inhibitors used in oilfield and industrial coolant formulations
• Intermediate in the synthesis of novel herbicidal and fungicidal agents targeting plant-specific metabolic pathways
• Structural motif in high-performance organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials for OLED and perovskite solar cell applications
• Custom synthesis platform for pharmaceutical candidates requiring metabolically resistant heteroaromatic scaffolds
• Reagent in the preparation of pyridinium-based ionic liquids with tunable viscosity and thermal stability

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Ethyl-1-Methylpropyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	85895-81-4
Molecular Formula	C12H19N
Molecular Weight	177.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Ethyl-1-methylpropyl)pyridine; 2-(1,2-Dimethylpropyl)pyridine; 2-Neopentylpyridine; 2-(2-Methylbutyl)pyridine; 2-(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)pyridine; 2-tert-Pentylpyridine; 2-(1-Ethyl-1-methylethyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 2-(1-ethyl-1-methylpropyl)-
EINECS	Not listed (not yet assigned)

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request. All batches conform to ACS Reagent Grade specifications for organic intermediates, including identity confirmation by IR and 1H NMR, assay purity ≥ 98.5% (by GC/HPLC), and strict limits on residual solvents and heavy metals per ICH Q3C/Q3D guidelines. Full traceability and compliance with REACH, FDA 21 CFR Part 117, and ISO 9001:2015 manufacturing protocols are maintained.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at room temperature (15–25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials such as strong acids or fluorides. Avoid prolonged exposure to ambient humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic pyridine-like odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (1H NMR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.5%
Residual Solvents (by GC)	Meets ICH Q3C Class 3 limits
Water (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.2%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.1%

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