Description

(2-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)(p-Tolyl)Methanone is a high-purity organic building block featuring a chloropyridine and a tolyl ketone moiety. This compound matters as a versatile and critical intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecules for advanced applications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)(p-Tolyl)Methanone
CAS No.	84853-08-7
Molecular Formula	C13H10ClNO
Molecular Weight	231.68 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-(4-methylbenzoyl)pyridine; 2-Chloro-3-(4-methylbenzoyl)pyridine; 1-(2-Chloropyridin-3-yl)-1-(4-methylphenyl)methanone; p-Tolyl 2-chloropyridin-3-yl ketone; (2-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)(4-methylphenyl)methanone; 84853-08-7; (p-Tolyl)(2-chloro-3-pyridinyl)methanone
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Quality Control

Our (2-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)(p-Tolyl)Methanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.