Description

Pyridine, 5-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci) is a halogenated pyridine derivative, a versatile and highly functionalized heterocyclic building block crucial for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromo and chloromethyl substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to synthesize molecular probes and tags for studying biological mechanisms and diagnostics.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Pyridine, 5-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	168823-76-5
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrClN
Molecular Weight	206.47 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-(chloromethyl)pyridine; 2-Chloromethyl-5-bromopyridine; 5-Bromo-2-pyridinylmethyl chloride; (5-Bromo-2-pyridyl)methyl chloride; 5-Bromo-2-chloromethylpyridine; 168823-76-5; 5-Bromo-2-(chloromethyl)pyridine (9CI)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Pyridine, 5-Bromo-2-(Chloromethyl)- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, supporting your regulatory and quality documentation needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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