2-Amino-5-methylpyridine
- CAS No.1603-41-4
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-purity 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine (CAS 1603-41-4), a key agrochemical intermediate used in the synthesis of acetamiprid and other nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds.
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Product Overview
2-Amino-5-methylpyridine is a high-value heterocyclic organic compound widely employed as a critical building block in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries. With a molecular formula of C6H8N2 and a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol, this compound features a pyridine ring substituted with both an amino group at the 2-position and a methyl group at the 5-position, conferring unique reactivity for nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions.
Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C6H8N2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 108.141 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 1603-41-4 |
| Appearance | White to yellowish crystalline powder |
| Assay (GC) | ≥99.0% |
| Moisture (KF) | ≤0.5% |
| Melting Point | 75–81 °C |
| Density | 1.1 ± 0.1 g/cm³ |
| Boiling Point | 227.0 ± 0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 110.9 ± 9.0 °C |
Industrial Applications
This compound serves primarily as a synthetic intermediate in the production of neonicotinoid insecticides, notably acetamiprid (CAS 135410-20-7). Its structural motif enables efficient construction of complex bioactive molecules through well-established cross-coupling and cyclization protocols. Additional applications include:
- Intermediate in the synthesis of veterinary and crop protection agents
- Precursor for functionalized pyridine derivatives in medicinal chemistry
- Building block for ligands in catalytic systems
Stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from oxidizing agents, 2-Amino-5-methylpyridine is typically packed in 25 kg fiber drums or customized packaging per client specifications. As a non-controlled, non-hazardous intermediate under standard regulatory frameworks, it supports scalable and compliant manufacturing workflows across global supply chains.
