Description

2-(6-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridin-2-Ylsulfanyl)Propionic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional chemical intermediate characterized by its unique pyridine core and trifluoromethyl group. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, where it imparts desirable biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers developing novel crop protection agents, veterinary medicines, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of next-generation herbicides and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the chloropyridine and trifluoromethyl motifs.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecules targeting various disease pathways, where the propionic acid moiety allows for further derivatization.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Veterinary Drug Synthesis: Employed in the production of active compounds for animal health applications.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of performance chemicals, dyes, and other functional materials requiring a fluorinated heterocyclic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(6-Chloro-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridin-2-Ylsulfanyl)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	1053656-40-8
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClF3NO2S
Molecular Weight	283.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(6-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)pyridin-2-yl)sulfanyl]propanoic acid; 2-(6-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinyl)thio)propionic Acid; 6-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine-2-thiol propionate; α-Mercaptopropionic acid derivative; Propanoic acid, 2-[[6-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinyl]thio]-; CAS 1053656-40-8
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for high-purity intermediates. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all relevant specifications are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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