Description

2,3-Dibromo-4,6-Dimethylpyridine is a halogenated pyridine derivative, a versatile and highly functionalized heterocyclic building block. Its value lies in its role as a key synthetic intermediate for constructing complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing complex pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the dibromopyridine moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-up: A valuable scaffold for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs engaged in custom synthesis projects from milligram to kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,3-Dibromo-4,6-Dimethylpyridine
CAS No.	610261-10-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7Br2N
Molecular Weight	264.95 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dimethyl-2,3-dibromopyridine; 2,3-Dibromo-4,6-lutidine; Dibromodimethylpyridine; 4,6-Dimethyl-2,3-dibromopyridine; 2,3-Dibromo-4,6-dimethylpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3-Dibromo-4,6-Dimethylpyridine is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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	≤ 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.