Description

Pyridine, 2-(Bromomethyl)-4,6-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is a versatile brominated pyridine derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its reactive bromomethyl group, which facilitates efficient alkylation and functionalization reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. 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 novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing functionalized pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific pyridine-based structures for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing 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 Biology Probes: Useful for creating labeled compounds or molecular probes for biochemical and diagnostic research applications.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-up: A critical starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis providers working on multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pyridine, 2-(Bromomethyl)-4,6-Dimethyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	79313-01-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10BrN
Molecular Weight	200.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-4,6-dimethylpyridine; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-(bromomethyl)pyridine; 2-Bromomethyl-4,6-dimethylpyridine; (4,6-Dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl bromide; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 4,6-dimethyl-, bromide; 79313-01-2 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Pyridine, 2-(Bromomethyl)-4,6-Dimethyl- (9Ci) is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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