Description

2,5-Pyridinedi(Methylchloride) is a versatile and reactive bifunctional pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual reactive chloromethyl groups, which enable efficient cross-linking and functionalization to create complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands, and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing pyridine-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require pyridine scaffolds for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Chelator Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing polydentate ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a cross-linking agent or monomer for creating functional polymers, resins, and dendrimers with tailored properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic frameworks, coatings, and advanced materials.
• Chemical Linker: Utilized to tether different molecular entities in bioconjugation and the development of diagnostic reagents.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Pyridinedi(Methylchloride)
CAS No.	94126-97-3
Molecular Formula	C7H7Cl2N
Molecular Weight	176.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Bis(chloromethyl)pyridine; Pyridine, 2,5-bis(chloromethyl)-; 2,5-Di(chloromethyl)pyridine; 2,5-Pyridinedimethanediyl Dichloride; 2,5-Bis(chloromethyl)pyridine; α,α'-Dichloro-2,5-lutidine; 2,5-Pyridinediylbis(methylene) Dichloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Pyridinedi(Methylchloride) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.