Description
3,5-Bis(chloromethyl)pyridine (CAS No. 41711-38-0) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C7H7Cl2N, widely utilized in pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis. This pyridine derivative features two reactive chloromethyl groups at the 3 and 5 positions, making it a versatile intermediate for cross-coupling reactions, polymer modifications, and heterocyclic scaffold construction. Its crystalline form ensures consistent reactivity, ideal for controlled laboratory applications. Suitable for researchers in medicinal chemistry and material science, this product is rigorously tested for purity (typically ≥95% by HPLC or GC analysis) and is available in sealed packaging to maintain stability. Store in a cool, dry place under inert conditions to prevent degradation.
Properties
- CAS Number: 41711-38-0
- Complexity: 87.6
- IUPAC Name: 3,5-bis(chloromethyl)pyridine
- InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7Cl2N/c8-2-6-1-7(3-9)5-10-4-6/h1,4-5H,2-3H2
- InChI Key: FOACBKSGGBYXOG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 174.9955546
- Molecular Formula: C7H7Cl2N
- Molecular Weight: 176.04
- SMILES: C1=C(C=NC=C1CCl)CCl
- Topological: 12.9
- Monoisotopic Mass: 174.9955546
- Synonyms: 3,5-BIS(CHLOROMETHYL)PYRIDINE, 41711-38-0, DTXSID50542884, DTXCID00493670, Pyridine,3,5-bis(chloromethyl)-(9CI), 3,5-bis-(Chloromethyl)pyridine, SCHEMBL3361674, AKOS006315536, SB53437
Application
3,5-Bis(chloromethyl)pyridine serves as a key building block in synthesizing pharmaceutical agents, particularly for antiviral and anticancer drug candidates. Its dual chloromethyl groups enable efficient functionalization in polymer chemistry, such as creating cross-linked resins or ion-exchange materials. Researchers also employ it to construct pyridine-based ligands for catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
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