Description

Ethyl 2-(2-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative ester that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive chloropyridine and ester functional groups, enabling precise chemical modifications. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted pyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloropyridine moiety is a critical pharmacophore.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(2-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	937236-73-2
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	199.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (2-Chloro-4-pyridyl)acetate; 2-(2-Chloropyridin-4-yl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Acetic acid, 2-(2-chloro-4-pyridinyl)-, ethyl ester; 4-Pyridineacetic acid, 2-chloro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(2-chloro-4-pyridinyl)acetate; 2-Chloro-4-pyridineacetic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 2-(2-Chloropyridin-4-Yl)Acetate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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