Description

2-Bromoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other biologically active small molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers, due to its electron-rich structure.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular probe or tag in bioconjugation and labeling studies.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare novel nitrogen-containing ligands for catalysis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine
CAS No.	112581-95-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrN2
Molecular Weight	197.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromo-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 2-Bromo-1-azaindole; 2-Bromopyrido[1,2-a]benzimidazole (incorrect but common misnomer); 2-Bromo-1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine (isomer); Bromoimidazopyridine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable to support our clients in regulated research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under subdued lighting or in amber glass containers for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.