Description

3,6-Dibromo-2-Chloropyridine is a halogenated pyridine derivative serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to undergo selective cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drug candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the halogenated pyridine core provides specific biological activity.
• Material Science Building Block: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings to introduce the pyridine moiety into more complex molecules.
• Ligand Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dibromo-2-Chloropyridine
CAS No.	942206-18-0
Molecular Formula	C5H2Br2ClN
Molecular Weight	271.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3,6-dibromopyridine; 2-Chloro-3,6-dibromopyridine; 3,6-Dibromo-2-chloropyridine; Pyridine, 3,6-dibromo-2-chloro-; 942206-18-0; 2-Chloro-3,6-dibromopyridine; 3,6-Dibromo-2-chloro-pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,6-Dibromo-2-Chloropyridine is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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