Description

6-Methyl-2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde Semicarbazone is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a reactive semicarbazone functional group attached to a methyl-substituted pyridine core. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel heterocyclic scaffolds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, such as herbicides or fungicides.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized in the development of specialized ligands for catalysis or metal ion sequestration.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive in the development of advanced polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde Semicarbazone
CAS No.	90953-04-1
Molecular Formula	C8H10N4O
Molecular Weight	178.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 6-methyl-, semicarbazone; 6-Methylpicolinaldehyde Semicarbazone; (E)-2-((6-Methylpyridin-2-yl)methylene)hydrazine-1-carboxamide; 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde semicarbazone; 6-Methylpicolinoyl hydrazone; Semicarbazone of 6-Methylpicolinaldehyde; (6-Methyl-2-pyridyl)methylene semicarbazide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde Semicarbazone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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