Description

6-Bromo-2-Fluoronicotinic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional chemical building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated pyridine structure makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine and bromine substituents can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized ligands and monomers in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a versatile scaffold for creating molecular probes and bioconjugation reagents to study biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-Fluoronicotinic Acid
CAS No.	1214345-17-1
Molecular Formula	C6H3BrFNO2
Molecular Weight	220.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-bromonicotinic acid; 6-Bromo-2-fluoropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Bromo-5-fluoropyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Fluoro-6-bromopyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Bromo-2-fluoro-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 1214345-17-1; Nicotinic acid, 6-bromo-2-fluoro-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Bromo-2-Fluoronicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and cGMP-grade synthesis.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

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

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