Description

Ethyl 2-Chloro-5,6-Dimethylnicotinate is a high-purity, functionalized nicotinate ester serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing heterocyclic scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization in medicinal chemistry and material science projects.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Employed in university and government laboratories for fundamental studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 2-Chloro-5,6-Dimethylnicotinate
CAS No.	1159977-35-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12ClNO2
Molecular Weight	213.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5,6-dimethylnicotinic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-chloro-5,6-dimethylpyridine-3-carboxylate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-5,6-dimethyl-, ethyl ester; 1159977-35-1; 2-Chloro-5,6-dimethyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-chloro-5,6-dimethyl-3-pyridinecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Chloro-5,6-Dimethylnicotinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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.