Description

2-Bromo-4-Ethylpyridine is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for its reactivity as a halogenated heterocycle.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine core for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers and light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental reagent for custom synthesis houses serving the fine chemical and life science industries.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Ethylpyridine
CAS No.	54453-91-7
Molecular Formula	C7H8BrN
Molecular Weight	186.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-2-bromopyridine; 2-Bromo-4-ethylpyridine; 2-Bromo-4-ethyl-pyridine; Pyridine, 2-bromo-4-ethyl-; 54453-91-7; 4-Ethyl-2-bromo-pyridine; 2-Bromo-4-ethylpyridine, 97%
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-Ethylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to confirm identity and assay specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.