Description

1-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-3-Carbaldehyde is a versatile pyridine derivative and a valuable high-purity building block for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in pharmaceutical chemistry, serving as a key precursor for novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic systems. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that utilize pyridine-based chemistries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a specialized precursor for creating complex molecules used in dyes, pigments, and advanced material science applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new synthetic pathways in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-3-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	98279-50-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-1-methyl-2-pyridone; 1-Methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-5-carboxaldehyde; 5-Formyl-1-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 1-Methyl-2-pyridone-5-carbaldehyde; 1-Methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone-5-carboxaldehyde; 1-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 5-Aldehyde-1-methyl-2-pyridone
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-3-Carbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.