Description

2-Chloro-6-Methoxy-4-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde is a versatile and high-value pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and methoxylated structure makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks. This compound is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive aldehyde and chloro groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects in fine chemical production.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in methodological research and the exploration of new heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-6-Methoxy-4-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	329794-31-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	171.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-methoxypyridine-4-carbaldehyde; 4-Formyl-2-chloro-6-methoxypyridine; 2-Chloro-6-methoxyisonicotinaldehyde; 6-Methoxy-2-chloro-4-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 2-Chloro-6-methoxypyridine-4-carboxaldehyde; 329794-31-2; 4-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 2-chloro-6-methoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our chemical intermediates. Production of 2-Chloro-6-Methoxy-4-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable. Every batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical synthesis workflows.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

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%
Single 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.