Description

2-Chloro-5-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both chloro and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating compounds with tailored biological and physical properties. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors, where precise molecular architecture is paramount for developing new active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of modern pesticides and herbicides, particularly those requiring pyridine-based active ingredients with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for the research and development of new drug candidates, especially in creating molecules with improved metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty chemicals, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers where the introduction of fluorine atoms can modify material properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile substrate for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic substitutions, and other transformations to create complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	79424-50-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClF3N
Molecular Weight	195.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-chloro-5-methylpyridine; 2-Chloro-3-trifluoromethyl-5-methylpyridine; 5-Methyl-2-chloro-3-trifluoromethylpyridine; 79424-50-3; Pyridine, 2-chloro-5-methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Chloro-5-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.