Description

5-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methylpyridine Hydrobromide is a high-purity, versatile organic bromide salt used as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key alkylating agent and intermediate, enabling the introduction of functionalized pyridine moieties into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyridine scaffold is essential for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or molecular components for OLEDs and sensors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged or modified molecules for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: A fundamental reagent for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) performing custom synthesis for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methylpyridine Hydrobromide
CAS No.	718608-10-7
Molecular Formula	C7H9Br2N
Molecular Weight	282.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-(bromomethyl)pyridine hydrobromide; 5-(Bromomethyl)-2-picoline hydrobromide; 2-Picoline, 5-(bromomethyl)-, hydrobromide; 2-Methyl-5-bromomethylpyridine HBr; 5-Bromomethyl-2-methylpyridine Hydrobromide Salt
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Quality Control

Our 5-(Bromomethyl)-2-Methylpyridine Hydrobromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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