Description

5-Bromo-6-Methylpicolinamide is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyridine scaffold, which serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is utilized in the discovery and development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization, including cross-coupling reactions, to create more complex chemical entities.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or ligand precursor for the development of functional polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-6-Methylpicolinamide
CAS No.	1228014-22-9
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrN2O
Molecular Weight	215.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-6-methylpyridine-2-carboxamide; 2-Pyridinecarboxamide, 5-bromo-6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-5-bromopicolinamide; 5-Bromo-6-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxamide; 5-Bromo-6-methylpicolinic acid amide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-6-Methylpicolinamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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