Description

8-Bromoimidazo[1,5-a]pyridine is a high-purity brominated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical research sectors. This compound is essential for medicinal chemists and process R&D teams developing new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, especially in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials due to its fused heterocyclic structure.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular probe or tag in bioconjugation and target identification studies.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create novel nitrogen-containing ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Bromoimidazo[1,5-a]pyridine
CAS No.	1052271-60-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrN2
Molecular Weight	197.03 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Bromoimidazo[1,5-a]pyridine; Imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine, 8-bromo-; 8-Bromo-imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine; 1052271-60-9; 8-Bromoimidazopyridine; 8-Br-Imidazopyridine
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Quality Control

Our 8-Bromoimidazo[1,5-a]pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for every shipment, supporting your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.