Description

2-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine Hydrochloride is a versatile and reactive organic salt, primarily used as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of more complex molecules. Its value lies in the chloromethyl group, which readily undergoes nucleophilic substitution, making it a crucial building block for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and manufacturing. This compound is essential for chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for reliable and scalable synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyridine moiety is a key structural component.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing novel heterocyclic compounds and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	6559-47-3
Molecular Formula	C6H7Cl2N
Molecular Weight	164.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Chloromethyl)pyridine HCl; 2-Picolyl Chloride Hydrochloride; (2-Pyridyl)methyl Chloride Hydrochloride; 2-Chloromethylpyridine Hydrochloride; α-Chloro-2-picoline Hydrochloride; 2-Pyridinemethanamine, N-(chloromethyl)-, hydrochloride; 6559-47-3
EINECS	229-476-4

Quality Control

Our 2-(Chloromethyl)Pyridine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards expected by the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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