Description

(5-Chloro-3-Fluoropyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is a high-value fluorinated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and fluoro substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty chemicals, liquid crystals, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Contract Research & Manufacturing (CRO/CMO): Supplied to organizations engaged in custom synthesis and process scale-up for client projects.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in discovery chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Chloro-3-Fluoropyridin-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	214055-12-6
Molecular Formula	C6H5ClFNO
Molecular Weight	161.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-chloro-3-fluoropyridine; (5-Chloro-3-fluoro-2-pyridinyl)methanol; 5-Chloro-3-fluoro-2-pyridinemethanol; 5-Chloro-3-fluoropyridine-2-methanol; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 5-chloro-3-fluoro-; 214055-12-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (5-Chloro-3-Fluoropyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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 incompatible materials such as strong alkalis and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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