Description

2-Chloromethyl-3,4-Dimethoxy Pyridine Hydrochloride is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative salt that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive chloromethyl group and the protected dimethoxy functionality, making it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides due to its pyridine core structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis Projects: A fundamental reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis providers working on novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloromethyl-3,4-Dimethoxy Pyridine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	169905-10-6
Molecular Formula	C9H12ClNO2 • HCl
Molecular Weight	254.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethoxy-2-(chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride; 2-(Chloromethyl)-3,4-dimethoxypyridine hydrochloride; Pyridine, 2-(chloromethyl)-3,4-dimethoxy-, hydrochloride; 3,4-Dimethoxy-2-pyridinemethanol, chloromethyl ether hydrochloride; 2-Chloromethyl-3,4-dimethoxypyridinium chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloromethyl-3,4-Dimethoxy Pyridine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.