Description

Methyl 3,6-Dibromopicolinate is a high-purity brominated picolinate ester, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a versatile, reactive scaffold for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functionalized molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex drug candidates, especially those containing pyridine or picolinate cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring halogenated heterocycles.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An effective substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to create biaryl structures.
• Custom Synthesis & Scale-Up: Supplied for contract research organizations (CROs) and chemical development units for process optimization and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3,6-Dibromopicolinate
CAS No.	495416-04-1
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2NO2
Molecular Weight	294.93 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dibromo-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3,6-dibromo-2-pyridinecarboxylate; 3,6-Dibromopicolinic acid methyl ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3,6-dibromo-, methyl ester; Methyl 3,6-dibromopicolinate; Picolinic acid, 3,6-dibromo-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3,6-Dibromopicolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.