Description

(5-m-Tolylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine core substituted with a tolyl group and a hydroxymethyl functionality. This unique structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of complex ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and other transformations to construct more complex molecular architectures.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new chemical entities and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-m-Tolylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	887974-04-1
Molecular Formula	C14H15NO
Molecular Weight	213.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(5-(3-Methylphenyl)pyridin-3-yl)methanol; 3-Pyridinemethanol, 5-(3-methylphenyl)-; (5-(m-Tolyl)pyridin-3-yl)methanol; 5-(3-Methylphenyl)-3-pyridinemethanol; 5-(m-Tolyl)pyridin-3-ylmethanol; 887974-04-1; (5-(3-Methylphenyl)-3-pyridyl)methanol
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Quality Control

Our (5-m-Tolylpyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

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