Description

(5-Fluoroimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is a high-value fluorinated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where the introduction of fluorine atoms and the imidazopyridine scaffold can dramatically alter biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the research and development of new therapeutic agents and crop protection solutions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology, CNS disorders, and anti-infective research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorinated imidazopyridine moiety.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a building block for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic electronic materials or advanced polymers with specific optoelectronic properties.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs and research institutions for custom synthesis projects and scale-up activities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Fluoroimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridin-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	878197-92-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7FN2O
Molecular Weight	166.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-fluoroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 5-Fluoro-2-(hydroxymethyl)imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; (5-Fluoroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridin-2-yl)methanol; 878197-92-3; 5-Fluoro-2-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridinemethanol; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-methanol, 5-fluoro-
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Quality Control

Our (5-Fluoroimidazo[1,2-A]Pyridin-2-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry for identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch upon request, detailing all relevant specifications.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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