Description

3-Chloro-5-Methoxypicolinaldehyde is a versatile and high-purity chemical building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and methoxy substituents on the pyridine ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom chemical synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-5-Methoxypicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	1211590-06-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	171.58 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-5-methoxypyridine-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 3-chloro-5-methoxy-; 3-Chloro-5-methoxy-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 3-Chloro-5-methoxypicolinaldehyde; 5-Methoxy-3-chloropicolinaldehyde; 3-Chloro-5-methoxypyridine-2-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-5-Methoxypicolinaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.