Description

Ethyl 4-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine-2-Carboxylate is a versatile and high-value pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an ester and a reactive chloromethyl group, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the pyridine core for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials due to its modifiable aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules and probes for studying biological processes and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	196500-05-7
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	199.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(chloromethyl)picolinate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-(chloromethyl)-, ethyl ester; 4-(Chloromethyl)picolinic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-chloromethylpicolinate; Ethyl 4-(chloromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylate; Picolinic acid, 4-(chloromethyl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 4-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine-2-Carboxylate is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for sensitive synthetic applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques.

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). The compound is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions when possible to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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