5-Ethyl-2-[2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethyl]pyridine

Ref. 3D-FE23099

Product Information

• Name: 5-Ethyl-2-[2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethyl]pyridine
• Synonyms: 4-[2-(5-Ethyl-2-pyridinyl)ethoxy]nitrobenzene
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 5-Ethyl-2-[2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethyl]pyridine is a water-soluble, organic compound that is soluble in acetone, ether, ethanol and methanol. It is used as an intermediate for the production of pioglitazone, which is a drug for the treatment of diabetes. The reaction process begins with the addition of an alkali metal hydroxide to a solution containing 5-ethyl-2-[2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethyl]pyridine and an organic solvent. This reaction mixture is then heated and stirred until it reaches a certain temperature. The efficiency of this reaction can be increased by lowering impurities in the reactants or by increasing extraction capacity.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 272.3 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₅H₁₆N₂O₃
• Purity: Min. 95%