1122-72-1 | 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
1g	98%	in stock	$8.00	$5.00
5g	98%	in stock	$12.00	$9.00
10g	98%	in stock	$22.00	$16.00
25g	98%	in stock	$48.00	$34.00
50g	98%	in stock	$86.00	$60.00
100g	98%	in stock	$152.00	$107.00
500g	98%	in stock	$759.00	$532.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB69968
• Chemical Name: 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde
• CAS Number: 1122-72-1
• Molecular Formula: C7H7NO
• Molecular Weight: 121.1366
• MDL Number: MFCD00006291
• SMILES: O=Cc1cccc(n1)C
• NSC Number: 8954

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 103
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 9
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
• Rotatable Bond Count: 1
• XLogP3: 1

Upstream Synthesis Route

6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde, commonly referred to as MPCA, is a versatile chemical compound widely used in chemical synthesis processes. This aldehyde compound serves as a valuable building block in the creation of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. Its unique chemical structure and reactivity make it a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic compounds.In chemical synthesis, 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde can be utilized as a starting material for the production of heterocyclic compounds, which are widely employed in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery. Its aldehyde group allows for efficient functionalization reactions, enabling the introduction of different functional groups to tailor the properties of the final products. Additionally, MPCA can participate in various organic transformations, such as condensation reactions, oxidation, and reduction processes, expanding its applications in diverse synthetic routes.Furthermore, the presence of the methyl group on the 6-position of the pyridine ring enhances the reactivity and selectivity of 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde in reactions like nucleophilic addition and cross-coupling reactions. This feature makes it a valuable reagent in the preparation of intermediates for the synthesis of natural products, chiral compounds, and other advanced materials. Overall, the strategic use of 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde in chemical synthesis highlights its significance in modern organic chemistry and highlights its potential for innovation and discovery.

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