Description

4-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine Hydrochloride is a versatile and reactive bifunctional organic salt, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the simultaneous presence of a reactive chloromethyl group and a pyridine ring, enabling its use as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules, including potential antiviral agents, receptor antagonists, and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the pyridine moiety is a common structural feature.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Linker: The reactive chloromethyl group allows for facile attachment to other molecules, making it useful in bioconjugation and polymer modification.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, photoinitiators, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1822-51-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7Cl2N
Molecular Weight	164.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Chloromethyl)pyridine HCl; Picolyl Chloride Hydrochloride; 4-Picolyl Chloride Hydrochloride; (4-Pyridyl)methyl Chloride Hydrochloride; 4-Chloromethylpyridine Hydrochloride; 4-Pyridinemethanamine, N-chloro-, hydrochloride; 1-(4-Pyridinyl)methyl Chloride Hydrochloride
EINECS	217-350-8

Quality Control

Our 4-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine Hydrochloride is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.