Description
2-Methoxy-4-methylpyridine (CAS: 100848-70-2) is a high-purity heterocyclic compound with the molecular formula C7H9NO. This versatile chemical intermediate features a pyridine ring substituted with a methoxy group at the 2-position and a methyl group at the 4-position, offering unique reactivity for synthetic applications. Available in 97% purity, it is supplied as a clear to pale yellow liquid with strict quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for research and industrial use. Ideal for pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical development, and material science, this compound is packaged under inert gas to maintain stability. Storage recommendations: 2-8°C under nitrogen atmosphere. Hazard codes: H302-H315-H319-H335 (Harmful if swallowed, causes skin/eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation).
Properties
- CAS Number: 100848-70-2
- Complexity: 85
- IUPAC Name: 2-methoxy-4-methyl-pyridine
- InChI: InChI=1S/C7H9NO/c1-6-3-4-8-7(5-6)9-2/h3-5H,1-2H3
- InChI Key: HGRXBKDKSYDWLD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 123.068413911
- Molecular Formula: C7H9NO
- Molecular Weight: 123.15
- SMILES: CC1=CC(=NC=C1)OC
- Topological: 22.1
- Monoisotopic Mass: 123.068413911
- Synonyms: 2-Methoxy-4-methylpyridine, 100848-70-2, DTXSID50557615, DTXCID80508397, 600-136-6, Pyridine, 2-methoxy-4-methyl-, 2-Methoxy-4-picoline, MFCD06200799, 2-methoxy-4-methyl-pyridine, methoxy-4-methyl-pyridine, SCHEMBL127714, SCHEMBL127715, SCHEMBL958642, SCHEMBL4918466, 2-Methoxy-4-methylpyridine, 97%, AKOS015852164, AC-5946, CS-W016573, DS-13433, SY047060, DB-025906, M2190, EN300-101876, A800282, 2-Methoxy-4-picoline (2-Methoxy-4-methylpyridine)
2-Methoxy-4-methylpyridine serves as a key building block in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly for bioactive molecules targeting CNS disorders. Its electron-rich pyridine core enables Pd-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions in agrochemical production. Researchers utilize it as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems and as a flavor/fragrance modifier due to its structural similarity to natural pyridine derivatives. Compatible with Grignard reactions and halogenation protocols.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H226 (100%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (97.6%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Flam. Liq. 3 (100%)
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (97.6%)
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