Description

6-Chloro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Picolinaldehyde is a high-purity, multi-functional chemical building block characterized by its reactive aldehyde group and halogenated pyridine core. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex, value-added molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active ingredients, including pharmaceuticals, crop protection agents, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts, enabling novel synthetic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers and advanced organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing trifluoromethyl group.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Picolinaldehyde
CAS No.	1245914-65-1
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClF3NO
Molecular Weight	209.55 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Chloro-6-formyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 6-Chloro-3-trifluoromethylpicolinaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 6-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-; 6-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 6-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-2-formylpyridine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Chloro-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Picolinaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

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