2-Hydroxy-5-methylpyridine (CAS No: 1003-68-5) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Pirfenidone. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: 5-Methyl-2-pyridone, 2-Hydroxy-5-picoline
CAS No: 1003-68-5
PubChem CID: 70482
Mol Formula: C6H7NO
Mol Weight: 109.13 g/mol
Used in API: Pirfenidone
IUPAC Name: 5-methyl-1H-pyridin-2-one
API Intermediate Description: 2-Hydroxy-5-methylpyridine (also 5-methyl-2-pyridinol) is a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, primarily used in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries to build complex, biologically active molecules like antifibrotic drugs (e.g., Pirfenidone), sedatives, and potential new therapeutic agents, serving as a key building block due to its reactive hydroxyl group.
