Description

5-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-Methylpyridine is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive bromoethyl side chain makes it an invaluable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds and scaling up synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system (CNS) or possessing complex heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyridine moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A key raw material for custom synthesis organizations (CSOs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1147893-28-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10BrN
Molecular Weight	200.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-(2-bromoethyl)pyridine; 2-Picoline, 5-(2-bromoethyl)-; 5-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-picoline; 2-Methyl-5-(β-bromoethyl)pyridine; 5-(β-Bromoethyl)-2-methylpyridine; 2-Picoline,5-(2-bromoethyl)-; 5-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-methylpyridine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-Methylpyridine is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the compound meets the high-purity standards required for research and development, as well as scale-up processes. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including purity (typically by HPLC or GC), identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.