Description

6-p-Tolyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block featuring a pyridine core substituted with a tolyl group. This compound is of significant value in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and other biologically active heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its aromatic aldehyde functionality.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its rigid, planar structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for academic and industrial R&D focused on new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-p-Tolyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	898795-75-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight	197.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(4-Methylphenyl)pyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 6-(p-Tolyl)nicotinaldehyde; 3-Formyl-6-(4-methylphenyl)pyridine; 6-(4-Methylphenyl)-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 898795-75-0; 6-p-Tolyl-3-pyridinecarbaldehyde; 6-(p-Tolyl)pyridine-3-carboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 6-p-Tolyl-Pyridine-3-Carbaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO compliant manufacturing for advanced applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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