Description

6-Chloro-2-Ethylimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound serves as a critical building block in modern medicinal chemistry, enabling the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of complex heterocyclic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system (CNS) and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core structure for biological activity.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing complex fused-ring systems in organic and medicinal chemistry research.
• Material Science: Investigated as a potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects under cGMP conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Ethylimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1216142-18-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	224.65 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2-ethyl-3-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Ethyl-6-chloroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 6-chloro-2-ethyl-; 1216142-18-5; 6-Chloro-2-ethylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Chloro-2-ethyl-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2-Ethylimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D and scale-up. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and 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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 10 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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