Description

(5-Bromo-3-Chloropyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is a high-purity halogenated pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific bromo and chloro substitutions with a hydroxymethyl handle for further functionalization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules for studying biological pathways and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Bromo-3-Chloropyridin-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	1206968-88-8
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrClNO
Molecular Weight	222.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-bromo-3-chloropyridine; 5-Bromo-3-chloro-2-pyridinemethanol; (5-Bromo-3-chloro-2-pyridinyl)methanol; 3-Chloro-5-bromo-2-pyridinemethanol; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 5-bromo-3-chloro-; 5-Bromo-3-chloro-pyridin-2-yl-methanol
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Quality Control

Our (5-Bromo-3-Chloropyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications from research to commercial-scale cGMP manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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