Description

2-Bromomethyl-Pyridine is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromomethyl group makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This high-purity compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences and fine chemical industries for creating 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 Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for labeling and modifying biomolecules in proteomics and diagnostic assay development.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as an electrophilic partner in various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to form biaryl systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromomethyl-Pyridine
CAS No.	1097733-23-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6BrN
Molecular Weight	172.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)pyridine; α-Bromo-2-picoline; 2-Pyridinemethyl bromide; (Pyridin-2-yl)methyl bromide; 2-Picolyl bromide; Bromomethyl-2-pyridine; 2-Bromomethylpyridine; 2-Pyridylmethyl bromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromomethyl-Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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