Description

6-Chloro-3-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridin-2(3H)-One is a high-value heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. Its unique fused imidazopyridine structure makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the discovery of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring sophisticated nitrogen-containing heterocycles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials and specialty polymers requiring specific nitrogen-containing motifs.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular probe or scaffold in the study of enzyme mechanisms and protein-ligand interactions.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories for methodological development and exploratory synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridin-2(3H)-One
CAS No.	370074-74-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClN3O
Molecular Weight	183.59 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-3-methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-2(3H)-one; 6-Chloro-3-methyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-2-one; 370074-74-1; 6-Chloro-3-methylimidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-2-one; 3-Methyl-6-chloro-1H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-2(3H)-one
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-Chloro-3-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridin-2(3H)-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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