Description

6-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridine is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique fused imidazopyridine structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for its role in creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for oncology and central nervous system (CNS) targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing organic electronic materials, ligands for catalysis, and other functional organic compounds.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a scaffold or tagging agent in the design of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for use in custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridine
CAS No.	7205-42-7
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClN3
Molecular Weight	167.60 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2-methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine; 2-Methyl-6-chloroimidazo[4,5-c]pyridine; 6-Chloro-2-methylimidazo[4,5-c]pyridine; 7205-42-7; 1H-Imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine, 6-chloro-2-methyl-; 6-Chloro-2-methyl-1H-imidazo(4,5-c)pyridine; 6-Chloro-2-methylimidazo(4,5-c)pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide material with standard purity grades suitable for research and commercial synthesis, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch to ensure traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder/crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.