Description

4-Chloro-2-Methyl-Pyridine 1-Oxide is a versatile and high-purity heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique reactivity as a functionalized pyridine derivative, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogen and N-oxide functionality.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methyl-Pyridine 1-Oxide
CAS No.	696-08-2
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClNO
Molecular Weight	143.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-chloropyridine N-oxide; 4-Chloro-2-picoline 1-oxide; 4-Chloro-2-methylpyridine N-oxide; 2-Methyl-4-chloropyridine 1-oxide; 4-Chloro-2-picoline N-oxide; 696-08-2; 4-Chloro-2-methylpyridine oxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Methyl-Pyridine 1-Oxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can support regulatory documentation needs for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

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%
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.