Description

2,4,6-Tribromopyridine 1-Oxide is a halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a versatile and highly functionalized chemical building block. Its value lies in its unique reactivity, where the electron-deficient pyridine oxide core and the three bromine atoms provide multiple sites for selective chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require advanced intermediates for synthesizing complex molecules, such as active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organic synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atoms are excellent substrates for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Functional Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of specialized dyes and pigments where the pyridine oxide structure influences color and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Tribromopyridine 1-Oxide
CAS No.	170875-37-3
Molecular Formula	C5H2Br3NO
Molecular Weight	335.79 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Tribromopyridine N-Oxide; Tribromopyridine 1-Oxide; Pyridine, 2,4,6-tribromo-, 1-oxide; 2,4,6-Tribromo-1-oxidopyridin-1-ium; 2,4,6-Tribromopyridine Oxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4,6-Tribromopyridine 1-Oxide is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your R&D and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤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.