Description

7-Chloro-2-(4-Methylphenyl)-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the imidazopyridine class, serving as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex molecular architectures. Pharmaceutical research and development (R&D) organizations, fine chemical manufacturers, and agrochemical innovators need this precise intermediate to drive the discovery and production of next-generation drugs and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas like oncology, neurology, and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for OLEDs or photovoltaics, due to its conjugated structure.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial research as a versatile scaffold for creating complex heterocyclic libraries for screening.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Potential use in developing fluorescent probes or biochemical tools, given the modifiable imidazopyridine framework.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloro-2-(4-Methylphenyl)-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine
CAS No.	168837-37-4
Molecular Formula	C14H11ClN2
Molecular Weight	242.70 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloro-2-(p-tolyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-7-chloroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine, 7-chloro-2-(4-methylphenyl)-; 168837-37-4; 7-Chloro-2-(4-methylphenyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 7-Chloro-2-(p-methylphenyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 7-Chloro-2-(4'-methylphenyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 7-Chloro-2-(4-Methylphenyl)-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our commitment to quality supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliable supply for your most demanding applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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