Description

2-Bromo-5-Methyl-4-Nitropyridine 1-Oxide is a versatile and high-value halogenated nitropyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and nitro substituents on the pyridine N-oxide ring, makes it an indispensable precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the preparation of complex drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its reactive halogen and nitro groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged or modified molecules for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring functionalized pyridine scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-5-Methyl-4-Nitropyridine 1-Oxide
CAS No.	60323-98-0
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrN2O3
Molecular Weight	233.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-methyl-4-nitropyridine N-oxide; 4-Nitro-2-bromo-5-methylpyridine 1-oxide; 5-Methyl-2-bromo-4-nitropyridine N-oxide; 2-Bromo-5-methyl-4-nitropyridine oxide; Pyridine, 2-bromo-5-methyl-4-nitro-, 1-oxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-5-Methyl-4-Nitropyridine 1-Oxide is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and scale-up applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.