Description

2-Chloro-5-Ethyl-Pyridine is a versatile halogenated 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 high-value agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where the pyridine core contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing other complex, high-purity specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Ethyl-Pyridine
CAS No.	90196-32-0
Molecular Formula	C7H8ClN
Molecular Weight	141.60 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyl-2-chloropyridine; 2-Chloro-5-ethylpyridine; 2-Chloro-5-ethyl-pyridine; Pyridine, 2-chloro-5-ethyl-; 5-Ethyl-2-pyridinyl chloride; 2-Pyridinyl chloride, 5-ethyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5-Ethyl-Pyridine is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Density	~1.12 g/cm³

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