Description

(2,6-Dibromopyridin-3-Yl)Methanol CAS NO 55483-88-0 is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of bromine atoms, which enables selective functionalization for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and central nervous system (CNS) drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized pyridine-based ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or molecular components for OLEDs and sensors.
• Custom Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis houses to produce tailored compounds for client projects.
• Academic Research: Used in universities and research institutes for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,6-Dibromopyridin-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	55483-88-0
Molecular Formula	C6H5Br2NO
Molecular Weight	266.92 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,6-dibromopyridine; 2,6-Dibromo-3-pyridinemethanol; (2,6-Dibromo-3-pyridinyl)methanol; 2,6-Dibromopyridine-3-methanol; 3-Pyridinemethanol, 2,6-dibromo-; 2,6-Dibromo-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (2,6-Dibromopyridin-3-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliable supply and traceability for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Purity (HPLC Area %)	≥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.