Description

5-Chloro-2-Hydroxypyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective modifications at the chloro and hydroxyl positions, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in antiviral, antibacterial, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and functional polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new heterocyclic chemistry in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Hydroxypyridine
CAS No.	73018-09-4
Molecular Formula	C5H4ClNO
Molecular Weight	129.54 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-chloropyridine; 5-Chloro-2-pyridinol; 5-Chloro-2(1H)-pyridinone; 5-Chloro-2-pyridone; 5-Chloro-2-hydroxypyridine; 2-Pyridinol, 5-chloro-; 5-Chloro-1H-pyridin-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Hydroxypyridine is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific data are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
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.