Description

(2-Chloro-6-Phenylpyridin-4-Yl)Methanol is a high-value pyridine derivative building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its versatile functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical pathways. This compound is critically needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its phenylpyridine core structure.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and discovery research in academic and CRO (Contract Research Organization) settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Chloro-6-Phenylpyridin-4-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	925004-74-6
Molecular Formula	C12H10ClNO
Molecular Weight	219.67 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-chloro-6-phenylpyridine; (2-Chloro-6-phenyl-4-pyridinyl)methanol; 2-Chloro-6-phenyl-4-pyridinemethanol; 2-Chloro-6-phenylisonicotinyl alcohol; 2-Chloro-6-phenyl-4-pyridylmethanol; 4-Pyridinemethanol, 2-chloro-6-phenyl-; 925004-74-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (2-Chloro-6-Phenylpyridin-4-Yl)Methanol is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. Our standard grade meets high-purity requirements suitable for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.