Description

(S)-1-(2,6-Dichloropyridin-3-Yl)Ethanamine is a high-purity chiral amine building block of significant importance in modern pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the synthesis of enantiomerically pure active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel, targeted molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of enantioselective drugs, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating advanced, optically active pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used in the synthesis of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and process optimization.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-1-(2,6-Dichloropyridin-3-Yl)Ethanamine
CAS No.	1213971-04-0
Molecular Formula	C7H8Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	191.06 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1-(2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridinyl)ethanamine; (S)-1-(2,6-Dichloropyridin-3-yl)ethan-1-amine; (S)-α-Methyl-2,6-dichloro-3-pyridinemethanamine; (S)-2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridylethylamine; (S)-Enantiomer of 1-(2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridinyl)ethanamine; (S)-1-(2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridyl)ethylamine; (S)-Aminoethyl-2,6-dichloropyridine
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Quality Control

Our (S)-1-(2,6-Dichloropyridin-3-Yl)Ethanamine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC for enantiomeric excess (ee) verification, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.