Description

2,3,6-Trifluoro-5-Nitropyridine is a high-value, multi-functional fluorinated pyridine derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block for the synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors to develop novel active ingredients with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in fluorinated drug candidates targeting CNS disorders, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atoms and nitro group contribute to improved bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialty chemicals, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers requiring specific electronic or photophysical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive nitro and fluorine groups make it a versatile substrate for nucleophilic aromatic substitution and cross-coupling reactions in medicinal and process chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,6-Trifluoro-5-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	905587-08-8
Molecular Formula	C5HF3N2O2
Molecular Weight	178.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2,3,6-trifluoropyridine; 2,3,6-Trifluoro-5-nitropyridine; Pyridine, 2,3,6-trifluoro-5-nitro-; 905587-08-8; 5-Nitro-2,3,6-trifluoropyridine; Trifluoronitropyridine
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,6-Trifluoro-5-Nitropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch 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 compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified for high-purity grades.

Specification

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