Description

(4-Chloro-6-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Yl)-Methanol is a versatile pyridine derivative building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its core value lies in its functionalized structure, which serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for designing molecular probes and tags to study biological systems and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses serving the global fine chemical market.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Chloro-6-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Yl)-Methanol
CAS No.	98280-32-1
Molecular Formula	C7H8ClNO
Molecular Weight	157.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-chloro-6-methylpyridine; (4-Chloro-6-methyl-2-pyridinyl)methanol; 4-Chloro-6-methylpyridine-2-methanol; 4-Chloro-6-methyl-2-pyridinemethanol; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 4-chloro-6-methyl-; 4-Chloro-6-methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine
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Quality Control

Our (4-Chloro-6-Methyl-Pyridin-2-Yl)-Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specification parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	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.