Description

3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 2,5-Dibromo-, Methyl Ester is a halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its core value lies in the strategic placement of bromine atoms on the pyridine ring, which enables selective functionalization for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and the development of active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the brominated pyridine core contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers due to its modifiable heterocyclic structure.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in analytical laboratories for method development and quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 2,5-Dibromo-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	78686-82-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7Br2NO2
Molecular Weight	308.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,5-dibromonicotinate; 2,5-Dibromonicotinic Acid Methyl Ester; Nicotinic acid, 2,5-dibromo-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,5-dibromo-3-pyridinecarboxylate; 2,5-Dibromo-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2,5-dibromo-, methyl ester; 2,5-Dibromopyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 2,5-Dibromo-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic workflows. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.