Description

2-Chloro-4,6-Dihydroxypyridine is a versatile heterocyclic building block characterized by its reactive chloro and hydroxyl substituents. This compound matters as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering chemists a handle for selective functionalization. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with pyridine-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of certain complex dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4,6-Dihydroxypyridine
CAS No.	89284-22-0
Molecular Formula	C5H4ClNO2
Molecular Weight	145.54 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4,6-dihydroxypyridine; 2-Chloro-4,6-pyridinediol; 4,6-Dihydroxy-2-chloropyridine; 2-Chloro-4,6-dihydroxypyrimidine (common misnomer); 2-Chloro-4,6-dioxo-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyridine; 2-Chloro-4,6-dihydroxypyridine hydrochloride (salt form); 2-Chloro-4,6-pyridinol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4,6-Dihydroxypyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and traceability.

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.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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