Description

2-Chloro-5-(4-Heptylbenzoyl)Pyridine is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its specific halogenated pyridine and benzophenone-derived structure. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its precise molecular architecture enables targeted drug development. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries engaged in developing new therapeutic agents and high-value fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bio-active pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing more complex molecules through reactions at the chloro and carbonyl functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals due to its extended conjugated system.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-(4-Heptylbenzoyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	1187165-09-8
Molecular Formula	C19H22ClNO
Molecular Weight	315.84 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-(4-heptylbenzoyl)pyridine; 4-Heptyl-2-pyridinyl phenyl ketone, 2-chloro derivative; (4-Heptylphenyl)(6-chloropyridin-3-yl)methanone; 2-Chloro-5-(p-heptylbenzoyl)pyridine; 5-(4-Heptylbenzoyl)-2-chloropyridine; 2-Chloro-5-(4'-n-heptylbenzoyl)pyridine; Ketone, (4-heptylphenyl)(6-chloro-3-pyridinyl)-; CAS 1187165-09-8
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5-(4-Heptylbenzoyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light as indicated by its chemical property.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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