Description

4-Bromo-3-Ethylpyridine is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine substituent and the ethyl group's influence on electronic properties, enabling precise molecular construction. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyridine core is essential for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-up: Supplied for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs for custom synthesis projects from gram to kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Ethylpyridine
CAS No.	10168-60-2
Molecular Formula	C7H8BrN
Molecular Weight	186.05 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-4-bromopyridine; 4-Bromo-3-ethylpyridine; Pyridine, 4-bromo-3-ethyl-; 4-Bromo-3-ethyl-pyridine; 3-Ethyl-4-bromo-pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Ethylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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