Description

2-Chloro-4-Methoxy-3-Nitropyridine is a versatile and high-purity chemical intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring chloro, methoxy, and nitro substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating novel organic ligands, dyes, and functional polymers with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic aromatic substitution.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material for the manufacture of other specialized pyridine derivatives and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Methoxy-3-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	6980-09-2
Molecular Formula	C6H5ClN2O3
Molecular Weight	188.57 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2-chloro-4-methoxypyridine; 2-Chloro-4-methoxy-3-nitropyridine; 4-Methoxy-2-chloro-3-nitropyridine; 6980-09-2; Pyridine, 2-chloro-4-methoxy-3-nitro-; 2-Chloro-3-nitro-4-methoxypyridine; 2-Chloro-4-methoxypyridine-3-nitropyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Methoxy-3-Nitropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in opaque secondary packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow 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.