Description

2-Bromo-4-(tert-Butyl)Pyridine is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a bromine atom and a bulky tert-butyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the pyridine core is a common bioactive scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or emissive materials for OLEDs.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis services catering to R&D and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-(tert-Butyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	50488-34-1
Molecular Formula	C9H12BrN
Molecular Weight	214.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-tert-Butyl-2-bromopyridine; 2-Bromo-4-tert-butylpyridine; 2-Bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)pyridine; 4-(tert-Butyl)-2-bromopyridine; Pyridine, 2-bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 2-Bromo-4-(tert-butyl)pyridine; 2-Brom-4-tert-butylpyridin (German); 2-ブロモ-4-ターシャリーブチルピリジン (Japanese)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-(tert-Butyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.