Description

2-Bromo-4-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine is a high-value halogenated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring bromine and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process developers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to develop advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to synthesize novel nitrogen-containing ligands for transition metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and tags used in biochemical and diagnostic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	615580-44-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrF3N
Molecular Weight	240.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-bromo-4-picoline; 4-Methyl-2-bromo-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 2-Bromo-4-methyl-6-trifluoromethylpyridine; 2-Bromo-6-trifluoromethyl-4-picoline; 2-Bromo-4-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)azine; Pyridine, 2-bromo-4-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-4-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.