Description

5-Chloro-4-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Ol is a versatile pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its specific substitution pattern enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: A potential building block for the development of functional materials used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-4-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Ol
CAS No.	886364-92-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClNO
Molecular Weight	143.57 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-4-methyl-2-pyridinol; 5-Chloro-4-methylpyridin-2-ol; 2-Hydroxy-5-chloro-4-methylpyridine; 5-Chloro-4-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone; 5-Chloro-4-methyl-2-hydroxypyridine; 5-Chloro-4-methyl-2-pyridone; 886364-92-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-4-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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