Description

2-Chloro-5-Methylpyridine Zinc Bromide is a high-purity organometallic coordination complex, serving as a critical intermediate and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique reactivity, enabling precise chemical transformations that are essential for manufacturing complex molecules. It is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, process development, and large-scale production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the pyridine moiety is a common structural feature.
• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor or ligand for zinc-based catalysts in cross-coupling and other metal-mediated organic reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic and organometallic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Methylpyridine Zinc Bromide
CAS No.	775335-61-0
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClN•ZnBr2 (or related coordination complex)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Zinc Bromide Complex of 2-Chloro-5-Methylpyridine; 2-Chloro-5-Picoline Zinc Bromide; (2-Chloro-5-methylpyridine)zinc bromide; 2-Chloro-5-methylpyridine, zinc bromide adduct; Zinc(II) bromide complex with 2-chloro-5-methylpyridine; 6-Chloro-3-methylpyridine zinc bromide; 2-Chloro-5-methylpyridine zinc dibromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5-Methylpyridine Zinc Bromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and stored away from direct light sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (NMR)	Conforms
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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