Description

5-Acetoxymethyl-2,3-Dimethyl-4-Chloropyridine is a high-purity, functionalized pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the pyridine core's bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where specific substitution patterns are required.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and for exploring new chemical spaces in discovery research.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Acetoxymethyl-2,3-Dimethyl-4-Chloropyridine
CAS No.	1159976-97-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight	213.66 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2,3-dimethyl-5-(acetoxymethyl)pyridine; 2,3-Dimethyl-4-chloro-5-pyridinemethanol acetate; 5-(Acetoxymethyl)-4-chloro-2,3-dimethylpyridine; 4-Chloro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-2,3-dimethylpyridine acetate; Acetic acid 4-chloro-2,3-dimethyl-5-pyridinylmethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 5-Acetoxymethyl-2,3-Dimethyl-4-Chloropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent identity. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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