Description

(6-o-Tolylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is a high-purity organic building block featuring a pyridine core substituted with a tolyl group and a hydroxymethyl functionality. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and optimization of novel crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research of advanced organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Useful as a probe or linker molecule in bioconjugation and assay development.
• Custom Synthesis: A starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers producing bespoke compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6-o-Tolylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	875777-38-1
Molecular Formula	C13H13NO
Molecular Weight	199.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(6-(2-Methylphenyl)pyridin-3-yl)methanol; 3-Pyridinemethanol, 6-(2-methylphenyl)-; (6-(o-Tolyl)pyridin-3-yl)methanol; 6-o-Tolylpyridine-3-methanol; 6-(2-Methylphenyl)-3-pyridinemethanol; (6-(2-Methylphenyl)-3-pyridyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our (6-o-Tolylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications and can accommodate custom purity requirements 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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