Description

4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Isopropoxypyridine is a versatile pyridine derivative featuring both a reactive chloromethyl group and an isopropoxy substituent. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecules and developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyridine core's bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials requiring specific pyridine-based motifs.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Isopropoxypyridine
CAS No.	1249634-97-6
Molecular Formula	C9H12ClNO
Molecular Weight	185.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropoxy-4-(chloromethyl)pyridine; 4-(Chloromethyl)-2-(1-methylethoxy)pyridine; 2-(Propan-2-yloxy)-4-(chloromethyl)pyridine; 4-Chloromethyl-2-isopropoxypyridine; 2-Isopropoxy-4-pyridinylmethyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Isopropoxypyridine is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for research and scale-up applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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