Description

4-Bromo-3-Pyridinemethanol Hydrochloride is a high-purity halogenated pyridine derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized pyridine scaffold with both a bromine substituent for cross-coupling reactions and a hydroxymethyl group for further derivatization. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require a functionalized pyridine core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis & Scale-Up: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis providers working on client-specific projects.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Pyridinemethanol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1546624-18-3
Molecular Formula	C6H7BrClNO
Molecular Weight	224.48 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)methanol hydrochloride; 4-Bromo-3-pyridylcarbinol hydrochloride; 4-Bromo-3-hydroxymethylpyridine hydrochloride; 3-Pyridinemethanol, 4-bromo-, hydrochloride; 4-Bromo-3-pyridinemethanol HCl; 4-Bromo-3-pyridylmethanol hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Pyridinemethanol Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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