Description

2-Bromo-4-Methylpyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic ligands for catalysis and in the creation of advanced polymers or liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Essential substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	4926-28-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6BrN
Molecular Weight	172.02 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-bromopyridine; 2-Bromo-4-picoline; 2-Bromo-4-methylpyridine; 4-Methyl-2-bromopyridine; 2-Bromo-4-methylpyridine; Bromo-4-methylpyridine
EINECS	225-559-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Methylpyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments. We adhere to relevant industry standards to guarantee material integrity for your critical applications.

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). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.