Description

3-Iodo-2-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine is a high-value halogenated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring iodine and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of advanced organic electronic materials, such as ligands for catalysts or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The iodine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille, Sonogashira) to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized for preparing sophisticated nitrogen-containing ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Iodo-2-Methyl-6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	944317-26-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5F3IN
Molecular Weight	302.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-iodo-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-iodo-2-picoline; 3-Iodo-2-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 2-Methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)-3-iodopyridine; 3-Iodo-2-methyl-6-trifluoromethylpyridine; Pyridine, 3-iodo-2-methyl-6-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, providing full transparency on all critical quality attributes. We adhere to a strict quality management system to guarantee the reliability required for research and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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