2-Bromo-5-methylpyridine, CAS No. 3510-66-5

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3510-66-5

Catalog No. EBD583002

CAS 3510-66-5

Name 2-Bromo-5-methylpyridine

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 2-Bromo-5-methylpyridine 2-Bromo-5-Picoline 6-Bromo-3-picoline 2-bormo-5-methylpyridine 2-bromo-5-methyl-pyridine pyridine,2-bromo-5-methyl- ldp41:2-bromo-5-methylpyridine

Molecular Formula: C6H6BrN

Molecular Weight: 172.02

MDL Number: MFCD00209553

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

Product Description:

2-Bromo-5-methylpyridine is a heterocyclic building block featuring a pyridine ring substituted with a bromine atom at the 2-position and a methyl group at the 5-position. Its molecular formula is C6H6BrN, with a molecular weight of 172.02 g/mol. This compound is a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly for constructing bioactive molecules targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways. The bromine atom serves as a versatile handle for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig), enabling the introduction of diverse functional groups. Additionally, it is widely used as a halogenated organic building block in synthetic chemistry for the preparation of agrochemicals and functional materials. Its stability and reactivity make it a standard reagent in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 41-43 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 95-96 °C/12.5 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 103 °C

Density: 1.494 g/cm3