Description

5-Chloro-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, infectious diseases, and inflammatory conditions.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its unique heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for catalysts or components in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions due to its reactive aldehyde group.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) producing bespoke compounds for client projects.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for methodological studies in heterocyclic chemistry and new reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	881841-35-6
Molecular Formula	C8H5ClN2O
Molecular Weight	180.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 5-Chloro-2-formylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxaldehyde, 5-chloro-; 881841-35-6; 5-Chloroimidazo(1,2-a)pyridine-2-carbaldehyde; 5-Chloro-2-carbaldehyde-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Chloro-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.