Description

5-Chloro-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and methoxylated structure makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive aldehyde and chloro substituents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the design of functional organic materials, such as liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to synthesize molecular probes and fluorescent tags for studying biological processes and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	1879026-07-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	201.61 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 5-chloro-2,6-dimethoxy-; 5-Chloro-2,6-dimethoxypyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 2,6-Dimethoxy-5-chloropyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 5-Chloro-2,6-dimethoxy-3-formylpyridine; 5-Chloro-2,6-dimethoxynicotinaldehyde; 5-Chloro-2,6-dimethoxypyridine-3-carboxaldehyde; 1879026-07-9
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2,6-Dimethoxy-3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production can align with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications upon request.

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 easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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