Description

Pyridine Hydrobromide is a versatile organic salt formed from pyridine and hydrobromic acid, widely recognized for its utility as a brominating agent and a key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to facilitate efficient and selective bromination reactions, which are fundamental in constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity reagents for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial reagent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing bromine atoms into heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where brominated intermediates are required.
• Organic Bromination Reactions: Serves as a stable and convenient source of bromine in various electrophilic and radical bromination processes under controlled conditions.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Employed in the modification and synthesis of pyridine-based ligands and organocatalysts for coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compound libraries.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and ionic liquids.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Pyridine Hydrobromide
CAS No.	18820-82-1
Molecular Formula	C5H6BrN
Molecular Weight	174.01 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyridinium Bromide; Pyridine Hydrobromide Salt; Pyridine HBr; Pyridine, hydrobromide; Pyridin-1-ium bromide; Hydrobromic acid pyridine salt; 1-Pyridinium bromide
EINECS	242-602-5

Quality Control

Our Pyridine Hydrobromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent decomposition and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	~ 200 - 205 °C (dec.)
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.