Description

Ethyl 2-(3-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate is a high-purity organic building block, specifically an ester derivative of a chlorinated pyridine acetic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a critical synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical agents. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing the 3-chloropyridine moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloropyridine scaffold imparts biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of functionalized ligands for catalysts or advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(3-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	1236306-08-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	199.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (3-Chloro-4-pyridyl)acetate; 2-(3-Chloro-4-pyridinyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Pyridineacetic acid, 3-chloro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-chloro-4-pyridinylacetate; Acetic acid, 2-(3-chloro-4-pyridinyl)-, ethyl ester; 1236306-08-3; Ethyl (3-chloropyridin-4-yl)acetate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(3-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.