Description

2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethyl-Pyridine is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive halogen site and a sterically defined pyridine core, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the pyridine moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules or inhibitors for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: Supplied for contract research organizations (CROs) and chemical development companies for process research and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethyl-Pyridine
CAS No.	66533-31-1
Molecular Formula	C7H8BrN
Molecular Weight	186.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dimethyl-2-bromopyridine; 2-Bromo-4,5-lutidine; 2-Bromo-4,5-dimethylpyridine; 4,5-Dimethyl-2-pyridyl bromide; Bromo-4,5-dimethylpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethyl-Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.