Description

3-Chloro-2,5,6-Trifluoropyridine is a high-value fluorinated pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its unique halogenated structure, which imparts desirable electronic and steric properties essential for creating complex molecules. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, as well as by manufacturers of specialty materials and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and polymers with tailored electronic properties.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Utilized in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2,5,6-Trifluoropyridine
CAS No.	2879-42-7
Molecular Formula	C5HClF3N
Molecular Weight	165.51 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5,6-Trifluoro-3-chloropyridine; 3-Chloro-2,5,6-trifluoropyridine; Pyridine, 3-chloro-2,5,6-trifluoro-; 2879-42-7; 3-Chloro-2,5,6-trifluoro-pyridine; 3-Chloro-2,5,6-trifluoropyridine (9CI)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-2,5,6-Trifluoropyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with complete batch data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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