Description

2-Amino-3-Chloro-5-Nitro-6-Picoline is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and specialty dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its nitro and chloro substituents for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants with enhanced lightfastness and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The pyridine core and amino functionality make it valuable for designing novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialized polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing libraries of compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-3-Chloro-5-Nitro-6-Picoline
CAS No.	56960-81-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	187.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-3-chloro-5-nitropyridine, 6-Methyl; 3-Chloro-5-nitro-2-pyridinamine; 2-Pyridinamine, 3-chloro-5-nitro-6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-3-chloro-5-nitro-2-aminopyridine; 3-Chloro-5-nitro-2-amino-6-picoline; 2-Amino-3-chloro-5-nitro-6-methylpyridine; 6-Methyl-2-amino-3-chloro-5-nitropyridine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-3-Chloro-5-Nitro-6-Picoline undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the stringent purity and consistency requirements of our global B2B clients. Our quality management system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for traceability and reliability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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