Description

(4-Chlorophenyl) 2-Pyridyl Ketone is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its distinct aromatic ketone structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the chlorophenyl and pyridyl motifs.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of nitrogen-containing ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Building block for the creation of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and exploratory chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Chlorophenyl) 2-Pyridyl Ketone
CAS No.	6318-51-0
Molecular Formula	C12H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	217.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridyl 4-Chlorophenyl Ketone; 4-Chloro-2-pyridylphenylmethanone; 2-(4-Chlorobenzoyl)pyridine; (4-Chlorophenyl)(pyridin-2-yl)methanone; 4-Chlorophenyl 2-Pyridinyl Ketone; 6318-51-0; p-Chlorophenyl 2-pyridyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Chlorophenyl) 2-Pyridyl Ketone CAS NO 6318-51-0 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.