Description

5-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Nicotinaldehyde is a high-purity, versatile organic building block featuring a nicotinaldehyde core substituted with a 4-methoxyphenyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its aromatic and heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or sensors, due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying biological processes and target identification.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) conducting synthetic methodology and medicinal chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Nicotinaldehyde
CAS No.	887973-88-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	225.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Methoxyphenyl)pyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 5-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; 5-(p-Methoxyphenyl)nicotinaldehyde; 5-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; Nicotinaldehyde, 5-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; 5-(4-Methoxyphenyl)nicotinaldehyde (CAS 887973-88-8)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Nicotinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.