Description

2-Chloro-6-Fluoropyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and fluoro substituents, makes it a highly valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to introduce key functional groups into active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting central nervous system and anti-infective therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Fluoropyridine
CAS No.	20885-12-5
Molecular Formula	C5H3ClFN
Molecular Weight	131.54 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Fluoro-2-chloropyridine; 2-Chloro-6-fluoropyridine; 2-Fluoro-6-chloropyridine; 6-Chloro-2-fluoropyridine; 2-Chloro-6-fluoro-pyridine; Pyridine, 2-chloro-6-fluoro-; F6C2P (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-6-Fluoropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.