Description

5-Bromo-6-chloropicolinic acid (CAS No. 959958-25-9) is a high-purity halogenated picolinic acid derivative with the molecular formula C₆H₃BrClNO₂. This compound, also known as 5-bromo-6-chloropyridine-2-carboxylic acid, is a versatile building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its unique structure, featuring both bromo and chloro substituents on the pyridine ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of agrochemicals, ligands, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Our product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥95% purity (HPLC) and is supplied as a fine white to off-white crystalline powder. It is packaged under inert conditions to ensure stability and longevity. Ideal for cross-coupling reactions, metal-catalyzed transformations, and heterocyclic chemistry, this compound is a must-have for researchers working in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Key Features:

• CAS: 959958-25-9
• Molecular Weight: 236.45 g/mol
• IUPAC Name: 5-bromo-6-chloropyridine-2-carboxylic acid
• Synonyms: 5-Bromo-6-chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid
• Storage: Store at 2-8°C in a dry, dark place

Properties

• CAS Number: 959958-25-9
• Complexity: 167
• IUPAC Name: 5-bromo-6-chloro-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H3BrClNO2/c7-3-1-2-4(6(10)11)9-5(3)8/h1-2H,(H,10,11)
• InChI Key: SEBJRHGSFJEWFZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 234.90357
• Molecular Formula: C6H3BrClNO2
• Molecular Weight: 236.45
• SMILES: C1=CC(=NC(=C1Br)Cl)C(=O)O
• Topological: 50.2
• Monoisotopic Mass: 234.90357
• Synonyms: 5-Bromo-6-chloropicolinic acid, 5-Bromo-6-chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 813-816-4, 959958-25-9, 5-bromo-6-chloropyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 3-BROMO-2-CHLORO-6-CARBOXYPYRIDINE, 5-bromo-6-chloro-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 3-Bromo-2-chloro-6-pyridinecarboxylic acid, MFCD09910220, SCHEMBL4019382, DTXSID80659676, SEBJRHGSFJEWFZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N, 3-Bromo-2-chloro-6-carboxy pyridine, AKOS016002452, SB21176, AS-30467, DB-010548, 6-chloro-5-bromo-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, CS-0050579, EN300-207903, Z1269141215

Application

5-Bromo-6-chloropicolinic acid is primarily used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Its reactive halogen groups enable efficient Suzuki, Stille, and Buchwald-Hartwig coupling reactions for constructing advanced molecular architectures. Researchers also utilize it to develop novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). Additionally, it serves as a precursor for bioactive molecules with potential herbicidal or antimicrobial properties.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (100%)

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