Description

2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl)Pyridine is a specialized heterocyclic building block featuring a pyridine ring linked to a dichlorinated benzoyl group. This compound matters as a key synthetic intermediate for the development of advanced pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its unique halogenated structure enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic system.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating complex ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers where its molecular structure imparts specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and cellular processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	54523-80-7
Molecular Formula	C12H7Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	252.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl)pyridine; 2,3-Dichloro-α-pyridin-2-ylbenzyl alcohol ketone; Pyridine, 2-(2,3-dichlorobenzoyl)-; 2-Pyridinyl(2,3-dichlorophenyl)methanone; (2,3-Dichlorophenyl)(pyridin-2-yl)methanone; 2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl)pyridine; α-Pyridin-2-yl-2,3-dichlorobenzyl alcohol ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzoyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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