Description

3-Iodo-6-Methoxy-2-Methylpyridine is a high-purity halogenated pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and production of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) due to the reactive iodine moiety.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological systems and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Iodo-6-Methoxy-2-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1092978-55-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8INO
Molecular Weight	249.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-methoxy-3-iodopyridine; 6-Methoxy-2-methyl-3-iodopyridine; 3-Iodo-2-methyl-6-methoxypyridine; 3-Iodo-6-methoxy-2-picoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Iodo-6-Methoxy-2-Methylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

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 the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
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.