INTRODUCTION

4-Methoxypyridine, a molecule with ether function, is a reactive base. Its nitrogen atom is activated by the methoxy group. It renders the molecule active and thus 4-methoxypyrimidine participates in many chemical processes. Its uses are in intermediates, in synthesis of biologically active moieties, and in proteomic research.

Manufacture
The compound is produced by ether formation reaction between methanol and 4-bromopyridine.  Alternative synthesis route is catalytic hydrogenation of 4-methoxypyridine-N-oxide.

Synonymsp-Methoxypyridine
Methyl pyridin-4-yl ether
CAS no.620-08-6
EINECS no.210-624-7
Molecular formulaC6H7NO
Molecular weight109.13
Structure

Applications in Proteins
In proteomic research, 4-methoxypyridine is used in synthesis of benzoylated N-ylides, which in turn act as protein farnesyltransferase inhibitor.

Applications in Intermediates
Amongst few others, the following intermediates are manufactured from 4-methoxypyridine:

(4-methoxpyridin-3-yl)trimethylsilane
2-Iodo-3-methoxypyridine
4-Methoxy-3-(trimethylstannyl)pyridine
2-Bromo-6-methoxypyridine
2-Bromo-4-methoxy-3-pyridinamine
4-Methoxypiperidine

Other Applications

As building block for synthesis of some biologically active compounds
Its o-lithiated derivative used as metalating base in synthetic chemistry
As a starting reagent for stereo-controlled synthesis of (±)-pumiliotoxin C and (±)-lasubine II
In efficient construction of dihyropyridin-4-ones, which in turn serve as potential ligands for neuronal nicotinic acetycholine receptors
As flavoring agent in food

SPECIFICATIONS

TestUnitSpecification
AppearanceClear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Moisture by KF%Max 0.5
Purity by GC%Min 97

STORAGE
The product is stored at ambient temperature.

PACKING
180 kg Composite drum.

REACH Status
Not registered yet.

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