CAS 5344-27-4

4-(2-hydroxyethyl)pyridine

Description:

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine, with the CAS number 5344-27-4, is an organic compound characterized by a pyridine ring substituted with a hydroxyethyl group at the 4-position. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and form. It is soluble in water and various organic solvents, which enhances its utility in chemical reactions and formulations. The presence of the hydroxyethyl group imparts both hydrophilic and hydrophobic characteristics, making it a versatile compound in organic synthesis and as a potential ligand in coordination chemistry. Additionally, 4-(2-hydroxyethyl)pyridine can exhibit biological activity, which may include antimicrobial or antioxidant properties, although specific biological effects can vary based on concentration and environmental conditions. Its reactivity is influenced by the nitrogen atom in the pyridine ring, allowing for various chemical transformations, including alkylation and acylation. Overall, this compound is of interest in both industrial applications and research settings due to its unique structural features and functional properties.

Formula: C₇H₉NO

InChI: InChI=1/C7H9NO/c9-6-3-7-1-4-8-5-2-7/h1-2,4-5,9H,3,6H2

InChI key: InChIKey=DWPYQDGDWBKJQL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: c1cnccc1CCO

Synonyms:

• 2-(4-Pyridinyl)ethanol
• 2-(4-Pyridyl)-1-ethanol
• 2-(4-Pyridyl)ethanol
• 2-(Pyridin-4-Yl)Ethanol
• 2-(Pyridin-4-yl)ethan-1-ol
• 2-(γ-Pyridyl)ethanol
• 4-(β-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine
• 4-Pyridineethanol
• NSC 1096

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine, 98%

CAS: 5344-27-4

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine acts as a reagent for the protection of carboxyl groups as their 2-(4-pyridyl)ethyl esters in organic synthesis. Further, it is used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient intermediate. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar pr

Formula: C₇H₉NO

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Clear colorless to yellow to green, Liquid or viscous liquid

Molecular weight: 123.16

Ref: 02-L13780

2-(Pyridin-4-yl)ethanol

CAS: 5344-27-4

Formula: C₇H₉NO

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 123.1525

Ref: IN-DA003F4H

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine

CAS: 5344-27-4

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)pyridine

Formula: C₇H₉NO

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: brown liquid

Molecular weight: 123.15g/mol

Ref: 54-OR13623

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl) Pyridine

CAS: 5344-27-4

Formula: C₇H₉NO

Molecular weight: 123.16

Ref: 4Z-P-142058

2-(Pyridin-4-yl)ethanol

CAS: 5344-27-4

Formula: C₇H₉NO

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 123.155

Ref: 10-F228335

4-(2-Hydroxyethyl) Pyridine

CAS: 5344-27-4

Formula: C₇H₉NO

Molecular weight: 123.16

Ref: ST-EA-CP-P205081