Description

2-Hydroxy-1-(2-Pyridyl)Ethanone is a specialized pyridine derivative that serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a ketone and a hydroxyl group adjacent to a pyridine ring, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and pharmaceutical intermediates. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Hydroxy-1-(2-Pyridyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	95836-52-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridylglycolic Acid Ketone; 1-(2-Pyridinyl)-2-hydroxyethanone; 2-Hydroxy-1-(pyridin-2-yl)ethanone; α-Hydroxy-2-pyridyl Methyl Ketone; 2-Acetylpyridin-2-ol; Glycolic Acid 2-Pyridyl Ketone; 2-Pyridyl Hydroxy Ketone; 2-Pyridylglyoxal Hydrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for 2-Hydroxy-1-(2-Pyridyl)Ethanone to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by HPLC), with comprehensive identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.