Description

6-Chloro-3-Methylpicolinaldehyde is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic aldehyde building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive formyl group and halogenated pyridine structure, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A fundamental building block for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-Methylpicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	1211537-07-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO
Molecular Weight	167.59 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-3-methylpyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 6-chloro-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-6-chloropicolinaldehyde; 6-Chloro-3-picolinaldehyde; 6-Chloro-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 6-Chloro-3-methyl-2-formylpyridine
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-3-Methylpicolinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

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). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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