Description

5-Bromo-2-Methylnicotinaldehyde is a versatile and high-value brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive aldehyde and halogenated pyridine structure make it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating labeled compounds and probes for studying biological mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of bespoke compounds on a commercial scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Methylnicotinaldehyde
CAS No.	1211532-24-9
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	200.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-methylpyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Formyl-5-bromo-2-methylpyridine; 2-Methyl-5-bromonicotinaldehyde; 5-Bromo-2-picolinaldehyde; 5-Bromo-2-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromo-2-Methylnicotinaldehyde is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity, the container should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation and moisture absorption. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.