Description

5-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Chloropyridine is a high-value, multi-halogenated pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogen substitution pattern makes it an indispensable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for creating novel ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for the synthesis of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi cross-coupling reactions due to the reactive bromine and chloromethyl groups.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Used to create tagged molecules and probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Chloropyridine
CAS No.	778611-65-7
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br2ClN
Molecular Weight	309.37 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-bromo-4-(bromomethyl)pyridine; 4-(Bromomethyl)-5-bromo-2-chloropyridine; 2-Chloro-4-(bromomethyl)-5-bromopyridine; 5-Bromo-2-chloro-4-(bromomethyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 5-bromo-4-(bromomethyl)-2-chloro-; 778611-65-7; 5-Bromo-4-bromomethyl-2-chloropyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)-2-Chloropyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring compliance with your research and production standards. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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