Description

6-Bromo-4-Chloropicolinonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for constructing complex heterocyclic cores found in potential drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the picolinonitrile scaffold.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysis, and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and activity-based protein profiling (ABPP) reagents.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific halogenated nitrile functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-4-Chloropicolinonitrile
CAS No.	1206248-51-2
Molecular Formula	C6H2BrClN2
Molecular Weight	217.45 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-6-bromopicolinonitrile; 6-Bromo-4-chloro-2-cyanopyridine; 2-Pyridinecarbonitrile, 6-bromo-4-chloro-; Picolinonitrile, 6-bromo-4-chloro-; 6-Bromo-4-chloropyridine-2-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-4-Chloropicolinonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.