Description

6-Chloro-2-Hydroxymethyl Pyridine Hydrochloride is a versatile and high-purity chemical intermediate, primarily valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its significance lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive chloropyridine moiety and a hydroxymethyl group, which enables precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its pyridine-based structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel heterocyclic compounds.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or binding properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-Hydroxymethyl Pyridine Hydrochloride
CAS No.	83782-89-2
Molecular Formula	C6H7Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	180.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Chloromethyl)-6-chloropyridine hydrochloride; (6-Chloro-2-pyridinyl)methanol hydrochloride; 6-Chloro-2-pyridinemethanol hydrochloride; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-chloropyridine hydrochloride; 6-Chloro-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridinium chloride; 6-Chloro-2-pyridylmethanol hydrochloride; 2-Chloromethyl-6-chloropyridine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Chloro-2-Hydroxymethyl Pyridine Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in regulated markets.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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