Description

Methyl 5-Bromo-6-Cyanopicolinate is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which incorporates bromo, cyano, and ester functional groups on a pyridine core, enabling precise and diverse chemical modifications. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a versatile scaffold for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with targeted modes of action.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of advanced polymers and electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Acts as a probe or labeling reagent in biochemical research and diagnostic assay development.
• Custom Synthesis: A critical starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis houses to fulfill bespoke client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Bromo-6-Cyanopicolinate
CAS No.	959741-33-4
Molecular Formula	C8H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	241.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-6-cyano-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-bromo-6-cyano-2-pyridinecarboxylate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-bromo-6-cyano-, methyl ester; 5-Bromo-6-cyanopicolinic acid methyl ester; 959741-33-4; Methyl 5-bromo-6-cyanopyridine-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Bromo-6-Cyanopicolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and other relevant industry standards for advanced intermediates.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
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.