Description

3-Bromo-6-Methoxy-2-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in fine chemical, pharmaceutical R&D, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules containing functionalized pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and nitro substituents for further derivatization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or photoactive compounds, due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or probes for studying biological mechanisms and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: Provides a reliable building block for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis manufacturers for client-specific projects from milligram to kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-6-Methoxy-2-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	186413-76-3
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrN2O3
Molecular Weight	247.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-3-bromo-6-methoxy-2-methylpyridine; 2-Methyl-3-bromo-6-methoxy-5-nitropyridine; 3-Bromo-2-methyl-6-methoxy-5-nitropyridine; 186413-76-3; Pyridine, 3-bromo-6-methoxy-2-methyl-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-3-bromo-2-methyl-6-methoxypyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Bromo-6-Methoxy-2-Methyl-5-Nitropyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high lot-to-lot consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.