Chemical Name: | Pyridine, 6-chloro-2,3-bis(chloromethyl)- |
CAS Number: | 220001-94-5 |
Product Number: | AG00CG7J(AGN-PC-005BRN) |
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Molecular Formula: | C7H6Cl3N |
Molecular Weight: | 210.48824 |
6-Chloro-2,3-bis(chloromethyl)pyridine is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis as a key building block for the creation of various organic molecules. Its unique structure consists of a pyridine ring with chloromethyl groups attached at positions 2 and 3, along with an additional chlorine atom at position 6. One of the primary applications of 6-Chloro-2,3-bis(chloromethyl)pyridine is in the synthesis of complex organic compounds such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. The presence of multiple reactive sites on the molecule makes it a valuable intermediate for introducing functional groups or creating new carbon-carbon or carbon-nitrogen bonds in the desired target molecules.In organic synthesis, this compound can participate in various reactions like nucleophilic substitution, palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, and metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to form more intricate structures. Its reactivity and versatility make it a valuable tool for chemists seeking to design and create novel compounds with specific properties or functionalities.