Description

Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxaldehyde, 8-Bromo- is a high-value brominated heterocyclic building block, specifically functionalized at the 2-position with a reactive aldehyde group. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, enabling the introduction of the imidazopyridine scaffold into target structures. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for drug discovery and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the imidazopyridine core.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands, organic semiconductors, or photoactive materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tool compounds for biological target validation.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for synthetic methodology development and exploratory chemistry in university and CRO laboratories.
• Custom Synthesis: Starting material for the contract manufacturing of proprietary compounds and advanced intermediates.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxaldehyde, 8-Bromo-
CAS No.	1194375-12-6
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrN2O
Molecular Weight	225.04 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Bromoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 8-Bromo-2-formylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 8-Bromoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-8-bromoimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 8-Bromo-2-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridinecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxaldehyde, 8-Bromo- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity, the material should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent oxidation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with 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.