Description

2-Chloro-5-Methyl-1,8-Naphthyridine is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized naphthyridine core, which is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures with specific biological or material properties. This intermediate is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the naphthyridine structure contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components for organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in organic synthesis for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Methyl-1,8-Naphthyridine
CAS No.	33760-81-5
Molecular Formula	C9H7ClN2
Molecular Weight	178.62 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-chloro-1,8-naphthyridine; 2-Chloro-5-methyl-[1,8]naphthyridine; 1,8-Naphthyridine, 2-chloro-5-methyl-; 2-Chloro-5-methyl-1,8-naphthyridine; 33760-81-5; 2-Chloro-5-methylnaphthyridine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-5-Methyl-1,8-Naphthyridine is produced under a strict quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products are manufactured to meet the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. 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, and well-ventilated place at 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.