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2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-6-methylpyridine is a compound of interest in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly due to the presence of both hydroxy and methyl functional groups on a pyridine ring. This structure provides a versatile platform for studying nucleophilic substitution reactions, where the pyridine ring can act as an electron-deficient target for various nucleophiles. In addition, the hydroxyl group in the 3-position makes it a candidate for studying the effects of intramolecular hydrogen bonding on the reactivity and stability of heteroaromatic compounds. Researchers also investigate the compound′s potential as a ligand in coordination chemistry, where the pyridine moiety can coordinate to transition metals, leading to the formation of complex structures with interesting catalytic and electronic properties. The ethyl and methyl substituents contribute to the lipophilicity of 2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-6-methylpyridine, affecting its behavior in organic solvents and its interactions with other organic molecules, which is relevant for understanding the principles of molecular design and solute-solvent interactions.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-6-methylpyridine, 1 g | sc-259805 | 1 g | $42.00 | |||
2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-6-methylpyridine, 5 g | sc-259805A | 5 g | $124.00 | |||
2-Ethyl-3-hydroxy-6-methylpyridine, 25 g | sc-259805B | 25 g | $300.00 |