Pyridine

Description

1. Product Overview

Pyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound widely used as a chemical intermediate in the production of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals. Its primary industrial use includes synthesis of herbicides, insecticides, vitamins, and various polymer additives. The key value proposition lies in its high reactivity, stability, and ability to act as both a solvent and building block, enabling efficient chemical transformations. Strategically, pyridine is critical in global chemical supply chains due to its broad applicability across high-value sectors and its role in enabling cost-effective production of downstream derivatives. Its market significance is reinforced by consistent demand in pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, making it a strategically important commodity for industrial buyers.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Pyridine (C₅H₅N), trace stabilizers may be present
• Purity Level / Grade: Industrial grade, typically ≥ 98% purity
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: Liquid
  • Color: Colorless to pale yellow
  • Density: ~0.981 g/cm³ at 20°C
  • Boiling Point: 115.2°C
  • Odor: Characteristic pyridine-like
• Packaging Options: Bulk ISO tanks, drum containers (200–220L), IBC containers (1,000L)
• Shelf Life: Stable under proper storage conditions; store in tightly sealed containers away from heat and oxidizing agents

3. Core Industrial Applications

Primary Industries:

• Agrochemical manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical production
• Specialty chemical synthesis
• Polymer and resin industries

Operational Use Cases:

• Synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides
• Production of vitamins and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
• Solvent and reagent in chemical reactions and polymerization
• Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, rubber chemicals, and corrosion inhibitors

Performance & Cost Advantages:
Pyridine offers high chemical reactivity and solubility, enabling efficient reaction pathways and reduced process time. Its stability and purity make it superior to alternative heterocyclic solvents in critical chemical syntheses, improving yield, process reliability, and overall cost-effectiveness.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Rigorous batch testing ensures uniform purity and performance
• Supply Reliability: Continuous availability through established chemical production channels
• Logistics Capability: Bulk and drum handling compliant with hazardous material regulations
• Price Competitiveness: Competitive industrial pricing relative to global market benchmarks
• Sustainability Benefits: Supports efficient use in chemical synthesis, reducing waste
• Technical Support: COA, SDS, and handling guidelines provided with shipment

Pyridine is positioned as a strategic sourcing decision for industrial buyers seeking reliable, high-purity heterocyclic intermediates for critical manufacturing processes.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading Capacity (MT per container): Approximately 20–22 MT per 20’ ISO tank container (density and regulatory limits apply)