Description

Methyl 4,6-Dibromo-5-Hydroxypicolinate is a halogenated picolinate derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridine core, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged molecules for studying biological pathways and enzyme inhibition.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring brominated heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4,6-Dibromo-5-Hydroxypicolinate
CAS No.	64354-25-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5Br2NO3
Molecular Weight	310.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4,6-dibromo-5-hydroxypyridine-2-carboxylate; 5-Hydroxy-4,6-dibromopicolinic acid methyl ester; 4,6-Dibromo-5-hydroxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-hydroxy-4,6-dibromopicolinate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4,6-dibromo-5-hydroxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 4,6-dibromo-5-hydroxy-2-pyridinecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4,6-Dibromo-5-Hydroxypicolinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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