Description

6-Chloro-2-Methoxy-3-Nitropyridine is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), advanced agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands, polymers, and liquid crystals with tailored electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and functional group transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Methoxy-3-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	40851-91-0
Molecular Formula	C6H5ClN2O3
Molecular Weight	188.57 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-6-chloro-2-methoxypyridine; 2-Methoxy-6-chloro-3-nitropyridine; 6-Chloro-2-methoxy-3-nitro-pyridine; 6-Chloro-3-nitro-2-methoxypyridine; 2-Chloro-5-methoxy-3-nitropyridine (isomer reference); 40851-91-0; Pyridine, 6-chloro-2-methoxy-3-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2-Methoxy-3-Nitropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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