Description

3-(2-Bromoacetyl)Pyridine is a versatile and highly reactive bromoketone derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of both a reactive bromine atom and a pyridine ring, enabling efficient construction of complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to construct pyridine-based herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functional organic materials, such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags that target specific biological pathways or structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Bromoacetyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	6221-12-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	200.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1-(3-pyridinyl)ethanone; 1-(3-Pyridinyl)-2-bromoethanone; 3-Pyridyl Bromomethyl Ketone; 3-Acetylpyridine Bromide; α-Bromo-3-acetylpyridine; 2-Bromo-3-acetylpyridine; Bromomethyl 3-pyridyl ketone; 3-(Bromoacetyl)pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(2-Bromoacetyl)Pyridine is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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