Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 4,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-3-pyridinol hydrochloride (1:1) (CAS: 58-56-0)?
Answer
4,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-3-pyridinol hydrochloride (1:1) (CAS: 58-56-0) is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a building block for drug synthesis. It also serves in chemical research for creating derivatives and in industrial applications, such as preservatives or catalysts. Its unique structure makes it valuable in developing antifungal and antimicrobial agents.
About
CAS No
58-56-0
English Name
4,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-3-pyridinol hydrochloride (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C8H12ClNO3
Molecular Weight
205.64 g/mol
SMILES
Cl.Cc1ncc(CO)c(CO)c1O
InChIKey
ZUFQODAHGAHPFQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
