Description

4-Bromo-2-Pyridinemethanol is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive bromine atom and hydroxymethyl group, which allow for selective functionalization and incorporation into complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides where the pyridine core provides specific biological activity.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine substituent makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Pyridinemethanol
CAS No.	131747-45-0
Molecular Formula	C6H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	188.02 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Bromo-2-pyridinyl)methanol; 4-Bromo-2-pyridylcarbinol; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 4-bromo-; 4-Bromo-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine; 4-Bromopyridine-2-methanol; 4-Bromo-2-pyridinemethanol; 4-Bromo-2-hydroxymethylpyridine; α-Hydroxy-4-bromo-2-picoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Pyridinemethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your research and development needs. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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