Description

2-(Bromo(Phenyl)Methyl)Pyridine is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromomethyl and a phenyl substituent on the pyridine ring, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to fine chemical companies for bespoke synthesis projects requiring this specific brominated scaffold.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(Bromo(Phenyl)Methyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	1073477-82-3
Molecular Formula	C12H10BrN
Molecular Weight	248.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromobenzyl)pyridine; α-Bromo-α-phenyl-2-picoline; (2-Pyridyl)(phenyl)methyl bromide; 2-(Bromo(phenyl)methyl)pyridine; 2-Pyridylphenylmethyl bromide; Phenyl(2-pyridyl)methyl bromide; (Pyridin-2-yl)(phenyl)methyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Bromo(Phenyl)Methyl)Pyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency to meet the exacting requirements of research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to 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
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.