Description

2-Bromo-6-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-Pyridinol is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, offering both a bromo substituent for cross-coupling reactions and a hydroxymethyl group for further functionalization. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for creating molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-6-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-Pyridinol
CAS No.	168015-04-1
Molecular Formula	C6H6BrNO2
Molecular Weight	204.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinol, 2-bromo-6-(hydroxymethyl)-; 2-Bromo-6-(hydroxymethyl)pyridin-3-ol; 6-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-bromo-3-pyridinol; 2-Bromo-6-hydroxymethyl-3-hydroxypyridine; 2-Bromo-6-(hydroxymethyl)-3-hydroxypyridine; 168015-04-1
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-6-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-Pyridinol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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 after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
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.