Description

2,6-Dichloro-3-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring multiple reactive chlorine sites, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the pyridine core contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, polymers, and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research in both academic and industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichloro-3-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	41789-37-1
Molecular Formula	C6H4Cl3N
Molecular Weight	196.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Chloromethyl)-2,6-dichloropyridine; 2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridinylmethyl chloride; 2,6-Dichloro-3-chloromethylpyridine; Pyridine, 2,6-dichloro-3-(chloromethyl)-; 41789-37-1; 2,6-Dichloro-3-(chloromethyl)pyridine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Dichloro-3-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, providing detailed results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and stored away from direct light sources.

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%

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