Description

4-Bromo-6-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carbaldehyde is a versatile and high-value brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a reactive aldehyde group and a bromine substituent on the methoxy-pyridine scaffold, makes it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the pyridine core is a common bioactive motif.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as ligands for OLEDs or molecular sensors.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-6-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1060806-52-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO2
Molecular Weight	216.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-6-methoxypyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 4-bromo-6-methoxy-; 6-Methoxy-4-bromopyridine-2-carbaldehyde; 4-Bromo-6-methoxy-2-formylpyridine; 4-Bromo-6-methoxypicolinaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Bromo-6-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, reporting key parameters such as purity (by HPLC), identity confirmation, and impurity profile.

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 material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere for long-term storage). Keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

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.