Description

5-Bromo-2,3-Dichloro-4-Methylpyridine is a high-purity halogenated pyridine derivative serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides multiple reactive sites for selective functionalization, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing new active ingredients and novel heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactive molecule design.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing complex heterocyclic libraries.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialized ligands, catalysts, or organic electronic materials due to its robust pyridine core.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2,3-Dichloro-4-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	1246647-17-5
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrCl2N
Molecular Weight	241.91 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dichloro-5-bromo-4-methylpyridine; 4-Methyl-5-bromo-2,3-dichloropyridine; 5-Bromo-2,3-dichloro-4-picoline; 5-Bromo-2,3-dichloro-4-methylpyridine; 1246647-17-5; 5-Br-2,3-diCl-4-MePy
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Bromo-2,3-Dichloro-4-Methylpyridine adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

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	≤ 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.