Description

3-Bromo-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-Methoxypyridine is a versatile and high-purity pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and hydroxymethyl functional groups on the methoxypyridine core, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for creating libraries of bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyridine moiety is a common structural feature.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems and mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-Methoxypyridine
CAS No.	623942-84-7
Molecular Formula	C7H8BrNO2
Molecular Weight	218.05 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-bromo-6-methoxypyridine; 6-Methoxy-3-bromo-2-pyridinemethanol; 3-Bromo-6-methoxy-2-pyridinemethanol; (3-Bromo-6-methoxypyridin-2-yl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-Methoxypyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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.