Description

5-Bromo-2-(Methoxymethyl)Pyridine is a versatile pyridine derivative building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its molecular structure, featuring both a bromo substituent and a methoxymethyl side chain, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials or liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Bromo-2-(Methoxymethyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	1000787-43-8
Molecular Formula	C8H10BrNO
Molecular Weight	216.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methoxymethyl)-5-bromopyridine; 5-Bromo-2-methoxymethylpyridine; 5-Bromo-2-pyridinemethanol methyl ether; 5-Bromo-2-(methoxymethyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 5-bromo-2-(methoxymethyl)-; 1000787-43-8
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-(Methoxymethyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and development.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and away from direct light to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.