Description

2-Picoline-n-Oxide is a versatile heterocyclic compound and a key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals, where it acts as a precursor for various functionalized pyridine derivatives. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including various drugs and therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing N-oxide ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and novel compound synthesis in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used as a component in formulations designed to protect metals from corrosion.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Picoline-n-Oxide
CAS No.	931-19-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO
Molecular Weight	109.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylpyridine N-oxide; 2-Picoline N-Oxide; 2-Picoline 1-Oxide; α-Picoline N-Oxide; 2-Methylpyridine 1-Oxide; Pyridine, 2-methyl-, 1-oxide; 2-Picoline oxide; 2-Picolylamine N-oxide (common misnomer)
EINECS	213-235-8

Quality Control

Our 2-Picoline-n-Oxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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