Description

3,6-Dichloro-n-Methylpicolinamide is a specialized organic compound belonging to the picolinamide class, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridine core, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. This high-purity building block is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and materials chemistry.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the design of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific electronic or structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dichloro-n-Methylpicolinamide
CAS No.	1021077-12-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6Cl2N2O
Molecular Weight	205.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dichloro-N-methylpyridine-2-carboxamide; N-Methyl-3,6-dichloropicolinamide; 2-Pyridinecarboxamide, 3,6-dichloro-N-methyl-; 3,6-Dichloro-2-(methylcarbamoyl)pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 3,6-Dichloro-n-Methylpicolinamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.