Description

Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Chloronicotinate is a high-purity, multi-functional chemical intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromomethyl and chloropyridine moieties, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical processes. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific halogenated pyridine structures.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Utilized in exploratory chemistry for constructing novel heterocyclic frameworks and functional molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Chloronicotinate
CAS No.	894074-88-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrClNO2
Molecular Weight	264.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-Chloro-2-(bromomethyl)nicotinate; 5-Chloro-2-(bromomethyl)nicotinic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-chloronicotinic Acid Methyl Ester; Nicotinic acid, 5-chloro-2-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-chloro-2-(bromomethyl)pyridine-3-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(Bromomethyl)-5-Chloronicotinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, ensuring compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.