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CAS 1121-60-4

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2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde

Description:
2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, also known as 2-pyridine-2-carboxaldehyde or simply as 2-pyridinecarbaldehyde, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C6H5NO. It features a pyridine ring substituted with an aldehyde group at the 2-position. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. It is soluble in polar organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water due to the hydrophobic nature of the pyridine ring. 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is known for its reactivity, particularly in condensation reactions and as a building block in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It can participate in nucleophilic addition reactions due to the electrophilic nature of the carbonyl carbon in the aldehyde group. Additionally, it exhibits biological activity, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry. Proper handling and storage are essential, as it can be irritating to the skin and eyes.
Formula:C6H5NO
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H5NO/c8-5-6-3-1-2-4-7-6/h1-5H
InChI key:InChIKey=CSDSSGBPEUDDEE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(=O)C1=CC=CC=N1
Synonyms:
  • 2-Formylpyridine
  • 2-Picolinaldehyde
  • 2-Picolinealdehyde
  • 2-Pydridinecarboxaldehyde
  • 2-Pyridaldehyde
  • 2-Pyridinaldehyde
  • 2-Pyridinealdehyde
  • 2-Pyridinecarbaldehyde
  • 2-Pyridylaldehyde
  • 2-Pyridylcarboxaldehyde
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