Description

3-Bromo-6-Methylpicolinaldehyde is a versatile and high-purity brominated picolinaldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive aldehyde group and a halogenated aromatic system, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• 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 synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled compounds and molecular probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-6-Methylpicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	1060810-14-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	212.05 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-3-bromopicolinaldehyde; 3-Bromo-6-methylpyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 3-bromo-6-methyl-; 3-Bromo-6-picolinaldehyde; 3-Bromo-6-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-6-Methylpicolinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch upon request, detailing all relevant specifications to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.