Description

6-Iodopyridine-3-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile halogenated pyridine derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an aldehyde and an iodine substituent, makes it a crucial intermediate for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical 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 novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials, liquid crystals, and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes due to its modifiable aldehyde and halogen groups.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	6-Iodopyridine-3-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	817618-55-6
Molecular Formula	C6H4INO
Molecular Weight	233.01 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-6-iodopyridine; 6-Iodo-3-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 6-Iodonicotinaldehyde; 6-Iodopyridine-3-carbaldehyde; 5-Iodopyridine-3-carboxaldehyde (alternative numbering); 3-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 6-iodo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Iodopyridine-3-Carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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