Description

5-Chloro-2-Hydroxy-3-Methylpyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique substitution pattern enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Hydroxy-3-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	58498-61-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClNO
Molecular Weight	143.57 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-5-chloro-2-pyridinol; 5-Chloro-3-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 5-Chloro-3-methylpyridin-2-ol; 2-Hydroxy-5-chloro-3-methylpyridine; 5-Chloro-3-methyl-2-hydroxypyridine; 2-Pyridinol, 5-chloro-3-methyl-; 5-Chloro-3-methyl-2-pyridone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Hydroxy-3-Methylpyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.