Description

2-(2-Bromo-Ethyl)-Pyridine Hydrobromide is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative, primarily utilized as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, offering both a bromoalkyl chain and a pyridine ring for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it serves as a critical building block for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyridine moiety for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials due to its reactive handles.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for modifying biomolecules or creating fluorescent tags and other diagnostic tools.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Bromo-Ethyl)-Pyridine Hydrobromide
CAS No.	72996-65-7
Molecular Formula	C7H9Br2N
Molecular Weight	267.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Bromoethyl)pyridine hydrobromide; 2-(2-Bromoethyl)pyridine HBr; 2-Pyridineethanol, 2-bromo-, hydrobromide; 2-(β-Bromoethyl)pyridine Hydrobromide; 1-(2-Bromoethyl)-2-pyridinium bromide; (2-Bromoethyl)pyridine hydrobromide; Pyridine, 2-(2-bromoethyl)-, hydrobromide
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Bromo-Ethyl)-Pyridine Hydrobromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.