Description

4-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Pyrrolo[3,2-C]Pyridine is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and other fine chemicals where the pyrrolopyridine scaffold is a key structural motif.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas, including oncology and central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tool compounds for studying biological pathways.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for fundamental organic chemistry research and custom synthesis projects in CROs (Contract Research Organizations) and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Pyrrolo[3,2-C]Pyridine
CAS No.	854018-87-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClN2
Molecular Weight	166.61 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-2-methyl-1H-pyrrolo[3,2-c]pyridine; 2-Methyl-4-chloro-1H-pyrrolo[3,2-c]pyridine; 1H-Pyrrolo[3,2-c]pyridine, 4-chloro-2-methyl-; 4-Chloro-2-methyl-7-azaindole; 4-Chloro-2-methyl-pyrrolo[3,2-c]pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Methyl-1H-Pyrrolo[3,2-C]Pyridine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment. We support development and commercial projects with custom purity grades and scale-up capabilities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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