Description

3-Bromo-1-Methylpyridin-4(1H)-One is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactivity as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty chemicals, and novel materials, where precise functionalization is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific pyridine-based scaffolds.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for creating functionalized ligands, organic semiconductors, and photoactive materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed in the design of molecular probes and activity-based protein profiling (ABPP) reagents.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up production under cGMP conditions.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Used in methodological development and discovery chemistry for new reactions and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-1-Methylpyridin-4(1H)-One
CAS No.	87875-76-1
Molecular Formula	C6H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	188.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-1-methyl-4-pyridone; 3-Bromo-1-methyl-4(1H)-pyridinone; 1-Methyl-3-bromo-4-pyridone; 3-Bromo-1-methylpyridin-4-one; 4-Hydroxy-3-bromo-1-methylpyridinium; 3-Bromo-1-methyl-4-hydroxypyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-1-Methylpyridin-4(1H)-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, supporting traceability and compliance with research and development 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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