Description

5-Chloro-2-Ethylpyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and ethyl substituents, provides a reactive handle for further functionalization, making it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, leveraging its 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: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental building block for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Ethylpyridine
CAS No.	1159815-12-9
Molecular Formula	C7H8ClN
Molecular Weight	141.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-5-chloropyridine; 5-Chloro-2-ethylpyridine; 2-Ethyl-5-chloro-pyridine; Pyridine, 5-chloro-2-ethyl-; 1159815-12-9
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Ethylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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