Description

Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine, 6-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a high-value, halogenated heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both chloro and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on medicinal chemistry, material science, and crop protection.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in antiviral, antibacterial, and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the biological activity of the imidazopyridine core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for creating novel organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysis, and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a scaffold or tagging agent in the design of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for bespoke synthesis projects requiring complex fluorinated heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine, 6-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	189116-20-9
Molecular Formula	C8H4ClF3N2
Molecular Weight	220.58 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-6-chloroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 6-Chloro-2-trifluoromethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine, 6-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; 189116-20-9; 6-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 6-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine
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Quality Control

Our production of Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine, 6-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)- adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. All material is characterized by modern analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is sensitive to light (store away from light) and may be incompatible with strong bases and fluorides. Keep away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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