Description
N-Methyl-N-(pyridin-2-yl)formamide is a formylating reagent for Grignard reagents and certain organolithiums.
Uses
N-Methyl-N-(pyridin-2-yl)formamide has been used as a reactant to prepare Grignard reagents.
Uses
N-Methyl-
N-(2-pyridyl)formamide has been used in the synthesis of 3-formyl-2-(4-methoxybenzyl)pyrazol-1-oxide.
General Description
N-Methyl-
N-(2-pyridyl)formamide is also referred to as Meyers formylating agent.
storage
moisture sensitive; irritant; should be kept under argon or nitrogen.