Description

5-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its fused imidazo-pyridine core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This product is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create new molecular entities with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for catalysts or components in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a fundamental building block in medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine
CAS No.	933-69-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2
Molecular Weight	132.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 5-Methyl-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine, 5-methyl-; 5-Methylimidazopyridine; 5-Methyl-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridin; 5-Methyl-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridinium; 5-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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