Description

Ethyl 2-Chloro-5-Cyano-6-Methylnicotinate is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is prized for its versatile reactivity, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams and production chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with nicotinic acid or pyridine-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile functionality.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing diverse heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and functional materials with specific electronic or binding properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Chloro-5-Cyano-6-Methylnicotinate
CAS No.	75894-43-8
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	224.64 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-cyano-6-methylnicotinic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-chloro-5-cyano-6-methylpyridine-3-carboxylate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-5-cyano-6-methyl-, ethyl ester; 6-Methyl-2-chloro-5-cyanonicotinic acid ethyl ester; 75894-43-8; Ethyl 2-chloro-6-methyl-5-cyanonicotinate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Chloro-5-Cyano-6-Methylnicotinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.