3-Methyl-4-Hydroxypyridine: Comprehensive Guide
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1. Product Overview & Specifications
3-Methyl-4-Hydroxypyridine (CAS 1003-68-5) is a heterocyclic organic compound widely used in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and biochemical research.
Key Parameters:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 3-Methyl-4-hydroxypyridine |
| CAS Number | 1003-68-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H7NO |
| Molecular Weight | 109.13 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥98% (HPLC) |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, ethanol, and DMSO |
Supplier Comparison:
| Supplier | Purity | Packaging | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sigma-Aldrich | ≥98% | 1g to 5kg | $$$ |
| TCI Chemicals | ≥97% | 250mg to 25kg | $$ |
| Alfa Aesar | ≥99% | 5g to 1kg | $$$$ |
2. Key Applications
Pharmaceutical Industry
- Intermediate for synthesizing antihypertensive drugs
- Antioxidant in neuroprotective formulations
- Precursor for metal-chelating agents
Agrochemicals
- Stabilizer in pesticide formulations
- Growth promoter in foliar fertilizers
Research & Development
- Ligand in coordination chemistry studies
- Reference standard in analytical methods
3. Industry-Specific Usage Cases
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Used in the synthesis of Metyrapone (a diagnostic agent for adrenal function testing), requiring strict compliance with ICH Q7 guidelines.
Agricultural Formulations
Incorporated at 0.1-0.5% w/w in micronutrient fertilizers to enhance manganese absorption in crops.
4. Client Case Studies
Case 1: Biotech Innovators Ltd. (Germany)
- Application: Antioxidant in novel Alzheimer’s drug candidate
- Result: 30% improvement in blood-brain barrier penetration vs. competitors
- Feedback: “Consistent purity ensured reproducible preclinical results”
Case 2: GreenAgro Solutions (USA)
- Application: Chelating agent in organic-certified fertilizers
- Result: 15% yield increase in soybean trials
- Feedback: “Technical support helped optimize dosage for cost efficiency”
5. Request Customized Quotation
Contact our technical team for:
- Bulk pricing (25kg+ orders)
- GMP-grade synthesis
- Custom purity profiles (95-99.9%)
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