alpha-Pyridone (Standard) is the analytical standard of alpha-Pyridone. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. alpha-Pyridone (2-Pyridone) is an antibacterial agent. alpha-Pyridone can be synthesized via the 1,4-addition of 2-(phenylsulfinyl)acetamide to alpha,beta-unsaturated ketones followed by cyclization and sulfoxide elimination. alpha-Pyridone can also be used to synthesize a wide range of heterocyclic compounds[1][2].
