Description

2-Chloro-5,6-Dimethyl-3-Nitro-Pyridine is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands, catalysts, and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed in the design of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5,6-Dimethyl-3-Nitro-Pyridine
CAS No.	65213-96-9
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	186.60 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2-chloro-5,6-dimethylpyridine; 2-Chloro-3-nitro-5,6-dimethylpyridine; 5,6-Dimethyl-2-chloro-3-nitropyridine; 65213-96-9; Pyridine, 2-chloro-5,6-dimethyl-3-nitro-; 2-Chloro-5,6-dimethyl-3-nitropyridine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5,6-Dimethyl-3-Nitro-Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light and moisture to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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