Description

4-Bromo-3-Methylpicolinaldehyde is a versatile and high-purity brominated heterocyclic aldehyde building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive aldehyde group and halogenated pyridine core make it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures with precision. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki-Miyaura couplings for biaryl formation.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Methylpicolinaldehyde
CAS No.	886372-15-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrNO
Molecular Weight	212.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-methylpyridine-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Pyridinecarboxaldehyde, 4-bromo-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-4-bromopicolinaldehyde; 4-Bromo-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; 4-Bromo-3-methyl-2-formylpyridine; 4-Bromo-3-methylpicolinaldehyde; 4-Bromo-3-methyl-2-pyridylcarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Bromo-3-Methylpicolinaldehyde is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and production needs. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications and test results.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle and store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.