Description

6-Chloro-3-Pyridineethanol is a versatile pyridine derivative and a key chiral building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to construct complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical chiral synthon for the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyridine moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research programs.
• Material Science: Potential building block for functionalized polymers and advanced materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-Pyridineethanol
CAS No.	117528-28-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	157.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)ethanol; 6-Chloro-3-pyridylethanol; 6-Chloro-3-pyridinethanol; (6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)ethanol; 2-(6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)ethanol; 6-Chloro-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)pyridine; 3-Pyridineethanol, 6-chloro-; 6-Chloronicotinic alcohol derivative
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-3-Pyridineethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

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 oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Any individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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