Description

2-Aminomethyl-5-Bromopyridine is a versatile and high-value brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an aminomethyl group and a bromine atom, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to prepare specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a scaffold for creating molecular probes and tags used in biochemical and diagnostic research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of bespoke compounds and development of novel synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Aminomethyl-5-Bromopyridine
CAS No.	173999-23-0
Molecular Formula	C6H7BrN2
Molecular Weight	187.04 g/mol
Synonyms	(5-Bromo-2-pyridinyl)methanamine; 5-Bromo-2-(aminomethyl)pyridine; 5-Bromo-2-pyridinemethanamine; 2-(Aminomethyl)-5-bromopyridine; 5-Bromopyridine-2-methanamine; α-Amino-5-bromo-2-picoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminomethyl-5-Bromopyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance.

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 nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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