Description

3,5-Dichloropicolinaldehyde is a versatile halogenated heterocyclic aldehyde, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of chlorine atoms and the reactive aldehyde group, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the dichloro-substituted pyridine core provides bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry due to its chelating potential.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of advanced polymers and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloropicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	471909-65-6
Molecular Formula	C6H3Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	176.00 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dichloro-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 3,5-Dichloropyridine-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 3,5-dichloro-; Picolinaldehyde, 3,5-dichloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dichloropicolinaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and potential for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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