Description

5-Chloro-Imidazo[1,5-A]Pyridine-1-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for constructing complex heterocyclic scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas, including central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile synthon for constructing complex fused-ring systems in academic and industrial research.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and ligands for catalytic systems.
• Contract Research & Development (CRO/CMO): Supplied to organizations specializing in custom synthesis and process development for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-Imidazo[1,5-A]Pyridine-1-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	885271-54-5
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	224.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-chloroimidazo[1,5-a]pyridine-1-carboxylate; 5-Chloro-1H-imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine-1-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine-1-carboxylic acid, 5-chloro-, ethyl ester; 885271-54-5; 5-Chloroimidazo[1,5-a]pyridine-1-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-chloro-1H-imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine-1-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-Imidazo[1,5-A]Pyridine-1-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our commitment to cGMP principles in production ensures material traceability and reliability for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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