Description

5-(3,5-Dichlorobenzoyl)-2-Methylpyridine is a high-purity, specialized organic intermediate featuring a dichlorobenzoyl moiety attached to a methylpyridine core. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical compounds and agrochemicals, enabling precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and other small-molecule therapeutic programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the dichlorophenyl group for bioactivity.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for the development of specialty polymers or ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Reference Standard: Utilized as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3,5-Dichlorobenzoyl)-2-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1187169-44-3
Molecular Formula	C13H9Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	266.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-(3,5-dichlorobenzoyl)pyridine; 5-(3,5-Dichlorobenzoyl)-2-picoline; (3,5-Dichlorophenyl)(6-methylpyridin-3-yl)methanone; 3,5-Dichloro-6-methyl-3-pyridinyl phenyl ketone; 5-(3,5-Dichlorobenzoyl)-2-methylpyridine; 1187169-44-3
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Quality Control

Our 5-(3,5-Dichlorobenzoyl)-2-Methylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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