Description

2-Bromo-4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)Pyridine is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis. This compound matters for its crucial role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially in kinase inhibitor research and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its substituted pyridine core.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as those for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules or probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving global clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	545395-99-1
Molecular Formula	C15H16BrN
Molecular Weight	290.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-2-bromopyridine; 2-Bromo-4-(4-tert-butylphenyl)pyridine; 2-Bromo-4-(p-tert-butylphenyl)pyridine; 545395-99-1; 4-(4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl)-2-bromopyridine; Pyridine, 2-bromo-4-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)Pyridine is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

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. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.