Description

Alpha,α-Bis(4-Chlorophenyl)Pyridine-3-Methanol is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine core flanked by two 4-chlorophenyl groups, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its precise molecular architecture makes it valuable for constructing complex molecules where specific halogenated aromatic and heterocyclic motifs are required. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-infective properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its chlorinated aromatic structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic ligands in catalysis or as a monomer for specialty polymers with tailored thermal and optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and route optimization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Alpha,α-Bis(4-Chlorophenyl)Pyridine-3-Methanol
CAS No.	17781-31-6
Molecular Formula	C19H15Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	344.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinemethanol, α,α-bis(4-chlorophenyl)-; α,α-Bis(p-chlorophenyl)-3-pyridinemethanol; 2,2-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2-(3-pyridyl)ethanol; 2-(3-Pyridyl)-2,2-bis(4'-chlorophenyl)ethanol; Bis(4-chlorophenyl)(3-pyridyl)methanol; (3-Pyridyl)bis(4-chlorophenyl)methanol; α,α-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-3-pyridylmethanol
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Quality Control

Every batch of Alpha,α-Bis(4-Chlorophenyl)Pyridine-3-Methanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and production processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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