Description

3-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Methylpyridine is a high-purity halogenated pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which allows for selective functionalization and incorporation into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced crop protection agents, including herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its halogen and methoxy groups for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for constructing specialized nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized heterocyclic compounds for organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged molecules and probes for studying biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: Available for contract manufacturing and custom synthesis projects from gram to multi-kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Methylpyridine
CAS No.	70201-49-9
Molecular Formula	C7H8BrNO
Molecular Weight	202.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-5-methoxy-3-bromopyridine; 3-Bromo-5-methoxy-4-picoline; 5-Methoxy-4-methyl-3-bromopyridine; 3-Bromo-4-methyl-5-methoxypyridine; 3-Br-5-MeO-4-MePyridine; 70201-49-9; Bromo-methoxy-methylpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-5-Methoxy-4-Methylpyridine 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 full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices.

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 and incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
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.