Description

3,6-Dibromo-2,4-Dimethylpyridine is a halogenated pyridine derivative serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of bromine atoms, which enables efficient functionalization through cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors, where it is used to construct complex molecular architectures for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require halogenated heterocyclic structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create specialized pyridine-based ligands for metal catalysis in fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl and complex aromatic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing molecular libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dibromo-2,4-Dimethylpyridine
CAS No.	5006-57-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7Br2N
Molecular Weight	264.95 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dimethyl-3,6-dibromopyridine; 3,6-Dibromo-2,4-lutidine; 3,6-Dibromo-2,4-dimethylpyridine; 2,4-Dimethyl-3,6-dibromopyridine; NSC 403119; Dibromodimethylpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,6-Dibromo-2,4-Dimethylpyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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