Description

1-(5-Bromo-2-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Ethanone is a high-purity brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive ketone and halogenated aromatic structure, enabling precise molecular construction. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) active compound research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a versatile scaffold or labeling reagent for probe and inhibitor development in target identification studies.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring regioselective functionalization on a pyridine ring.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(5-Bromo-2-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Ethanone
CAS No.	1256823-89-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO
Molecular Weight	214.06 g/mol
Synonyms	5'-Bromo-2'-methyl-3'-acetylpyridine; 3-Acetyl-5-bromo-2-methylpyridine; 1-(5-Bromo-2-methyl-3-pyridinyl)ethanone; Ethanone, 1-(5-bromo-2-methyl-3-pyridinyl)-; 5-Bromo-2-methylnicotinophenone; 3-Acetyl-5-bromo-2-picoline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(5-Bromo-2-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Ethanone adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically >97% by HPLC), identity confirmation, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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.