Pyridine-2-carboxaldehyde was used to study indium chloride-catalyzed dicarbonyl compounds, the three-component coupling of aldehydes and urea/thiourea to obtain pyrimidinone and pyrimidinthione.
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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p>2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, also known as 2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde or picolinaldehyde, is a key heterocyclic intermediate synthesized via Vilsmeier-Haack formylation of pyridine. Its molecular formula is <strong>C6H5NO</strong> with CAS number <strong>109-74-8</strong>.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Synthesis of pharmaceuticals including antihypertensive and antiviral agents.</li>
<li>Production of agrochemical fungicides and herbicides.</li>
<li>Manufacture of fluorescent dyes and optical brighteners.</li>
<li>Preparation of coordination complexes for catalysis research.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store in sealed containers under inert atmosphere away from oxidizers. Use appropriate PPE to prevent skin contact and inhalation due to potential toxicity and irritation.</p>