Description

2-Chloro-6-Ethylsulfanyl-4-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridine is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and agrochemical building block. This compound is valued for its unique pyridine core substituted with chloro, ethylthio, and trifluoromethyl groups, which imparts specific reactivity and physicochemical properties critical for synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences and crop protection industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor for developing next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the pyridine and trifluoromethyl motifs.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specialized ligands, functionalized polymers, and organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Ethylsulfanyl-4-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridine
CAS No.	1160995-02-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClF3NS
Molecular Weight	241.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-(ethylthio)-4-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 4-Trifluoromethyl-2-chloro-6-ethylsulfanylpyridine; 6-Ethylsulfanyl-2-chloro-4-trifluoromethylpyridine; 2-Chloro-6-ethylthio-4-trifluoromethylpyridine; 2-Chloro-6-(ethylmercapto)-4-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 2-chloro-6-(ethylthio)-4-(trifluoromethyl)-; CAS 1160995-02-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-6-Ethylsulfanyl-4-Trifluoromethyl-Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.