Description

2-Chloro-4-Decanoylpyridine is a specialized pyridine derivative that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage its pyridine core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of specialty polymers or organic electronic materials requiring specific heterocyclic units.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying enzyme function or cellular processes.
• Custom Synthesis & Scale-up: Supplied for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs for custom synthesis projects from milligram to kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Decanoylpyridine
CAS No.	898784-76-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂ClNO
Molecular Weight	267.80 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Decanoyl-2-chloropyridine; 2-Chloro-4-decanoylpyridine; 1-(2-Chloropyridin-4-yl)decan-1-one; 2-Chloro-4-(1-oxodecyl)pyridine; 4-(2-Chloropyridin-4-yl)decan-1-one; 2-Chloro-4-nonanoylpyridine homologue (related); Pyridine, 2-chloro-4-decanoyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Decanoylpyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay by HPLC, identification by FT-IR and NMR, and impurity profiling. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH Q7 guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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). The compound may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to moisture and air. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.