2,5-Dichloropyridine, CAS No. 16110-09-1

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16110-09-1

Catalog No. EBD574774

CAS 16110-09-1

Name 2,5-Dichloropyridine

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 2,5-DichloroPyridine 2,5-dichloro-pyridin 2,5-DICHLORPYRIDINE 2,5-Dichloropyridine97% 2,5-DICHLOROPYRIDINE2,5-DICHLOROPYRIDINE 4-Aminophenylacetamide dichloropyridine pyridine,2,5-dichloro-

Molecular Formula: C5H3Cl2N

Molecular Weight: 147.99

MDL Number: MFCD00006239

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Halogenated Compounds Medicinal Chemistry > Pharmaceutical Intermediates > Heterocyclic Intermediates

Product Description:

2,5-Dichloropyridine is an organic compound featuring a pyridine ring substituted with chlorine atoms at the 2 and 5 positions. It is a versatile halogenated heterocyclic building block widely used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. The chlorine atoms at the 2 and 5 positions are reactive sites that can undergo nucleophilic substitution or metal-halogen exchange reactions, enabling the introduction of diverse functional groups. This makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of herbicides, insecticides, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). As a solid with moderate reactivity, it requires careful handling under standard laboratory safety protocols. Its utility stems from the pyridine core's stability and the strategic placement of halogens, which facilitate further derivatization to create target compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 59-62 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 190-191 °C

Flash Point: 112 °C

Density: 1.388 g/cm3

Solubility: insoluble

Analytical Data

Appearance: white to slightly yellow crystalline solid