2-Picoline
2-Methylpyridine, alpha-Picoline, o-Methylpyridine
- CAS
- 109-06-8
- EC
- 203-643-7
- Sectors
- Pharma & Healthcare, Agriculture
2-Picoline is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound serving as a vital intermediate in agrochemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is a colorless liquid characterized by its high reactivity and solubility in aqueous and organic media.
This Technical Grade chemical is a primary building block for Nitrapyrin and Niacin, essential for modern crop protection and human nutrition. Its role as a pyridine derivative ensures reliability in producing high-value fine chemicals and veterinary products.
The compound provides excellent industrial value as a versatile solvent and reagent in chemical synthesis. Its stability and high-purity specifications meet the rigorous demands of global manufacturing and quality control standards.
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2-Picoline
Applications
- Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a critical precursor for the production of herbicides and nitrification inhibitors such as Nitrapyrin.
- Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a fundamental building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including local anesthetics and cardiovascular drugs.
- Vitamin B3 Production: Employed in the commercial synthesis of Nicotinic Acid (Niacin) and Nicotinamide for the food and animal feed sectors.
Safety & Risks
This substance is a flammable liquid and vapor that is toxic if swallowed or inhaled. Contact causes serious eye irritation and skin burns; personnel must use nitrile gloves, respiratory protection, and chemical-resistant goggles at all times.
Packaging
- 190 kg Steel Drums
- 950 kg IBC Tanks
- Bulk ISO Tankers