1-(6-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanol-d4

1-(6-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanol-d4 is a deuterated form of 1-(6-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanol, a chemical compound with the molecular formula C8H11NO. It is commonly used in various scientific research applications such as in the development of new drugs, and in the study of chemical reactions and pathways. The deuterated form, 1-(6-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanol-d4, is a labeled compound containing four deuterium atoms that replace the hydrogen atoms in the original compound. This labeling allows for more precise analysis and identification of the compound in various analytical techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. 1-(6-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanol-d4 is used as an internal standard in NMR spectroscopy experiments to accurately determine the concentration of the original compound in a given sample. It is also used in drug metabolism studies to track the metabolism and distribution of the original compound in the body. In terms of chemical properties, 1-(6-Methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanol-d4 is a colorless liquid that is soluble in water and organic solvents. It has a boiling point of 206-208°C and a melting point of -20°C. Its chemical structure includes a pyridine ring with a methyl group and a hydroxyl group attached to it, as well as a carbon chain containing the deuterated ethyl group.