Description

4-Acetoxybenzyl 6-Chloro-3-Pyridyl Ketone is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate with the CAS registry number 898766-50-2. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with specific modes of action.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization processes in drug discovery.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing specialized, high-value chemical entities.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for chemical biology studies and the development of new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Acetoxybenzyl 6-Chloro-3-Pyridyl Ketone
CAS No.	898766-50-2
Molecular Formula	C15H12ClNO3
Molecular Weight	289.71 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-Acetoxyphenyl)-2-(6-chloropyridin-3-yl)ethanone; 4-Acetoxybenzyl 6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl Ketone; 2-(6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)-1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanone acetate; 6-Chloro-3-pyridineacetic acid, 4-acetoxyphenyl ester; (6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)(4-acetoxyphenyl)methanone; p-Acetoxybenzyl 6-chloro-3-pyridyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our 4-Acetoxybenzyl 6-Chloro-3-Pyridyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for research and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Maximum Impurity	≤ 0.5%
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.