Description

Methyl 2-(3-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate CAS NO 1694947-37-9 is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative ester used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for research and development chemists requiring a reliable and high-quality intermediate to construct complex molecular architectures. It is primarily targeted for use in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the chloropyridine moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: Provides a versatile handle for medicinal chemistry and process R&D teams for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization.
• Academic and Institutional Research: A valuable reagent for universities and research institutes exploring new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(3-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	1694947-37-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (3-chloropyridin-4-yl)acetate; 4-Pyridineacetic acid, 3-chloro-, methyl ester; 3-Chloro-4-pyridineacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-(3-chloro-4-pyridinyl)acetate; (3-Chloro-4-pyridinyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (3-chloro-4-pyridyl)acetate; 2-(3-Chloropyridin-4-yl)acetic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 2-(3-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.5%

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