Description

Pyridine, 2-Bromo-5-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci) is a halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its bifunctional reactivity, offering distinct sites for nucleophilic substitution and cross-coupling reactions, which enables the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized nitrogen-containing ligands for metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized heterocyclic compounds for organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine, 2-Bromo-5-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	168173-56-6
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrClN
Molecular Weight	206.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine; 5-(Chloromethyl)-2-bromopyridine; (2-Bromo-5-pyridinyl)methyl chloride; 2-Bromo-5-chloromethylpyridine; 2-Bromo-5-pyridinylmethyl chloride; Pyridine, 2-bromo-5-(chloromethyl)-; 168173-56-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pyridine, 2-Bromo-5-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.