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2,5-Dibromopyridine

CAS 624-28-2

Molecular structure of 2,5-Dibromopyridine

CAS · 624-28-2

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Product Overview

2,5-Dibromopyridine is a high-purity pharmaceutical-intermediates supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

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Product Specifications

Property Specification
Appearance Off white to light yellow crystalline powder
Assay 99% min
Melting Point 94 to 97 °C
Loss on Drying 0.5% max
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Applications

2,5-Dibromopyridine丨CAS 624-28-2 is a halogenated heterocyclic compound used as an important intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly within pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors.

1. Pharmaceutical Intermediate

● Precursor for drug molecules: 2,5-Dibromopyridine丨CAS 624-28-2 serves as a building block in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, including anti-infectives, anti-inflammatory agents, and anticancer drug candidates.

● Functionalization: Its two bromine atoms allow for selective functionalization via cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki, Heck, or Stille reactions, facilitating the creation of complex drug scaffolds.

2. Agrochemical Development

● Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its reactive bromine substituents and heterocyclic core.

● Enables the design of pyridine-based active ingredients with tailored properties for pest control.

3. Materials Science

● Incorporated into the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as:
OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes)
Organic semiconductors

● The pyridine ring and bromine groups support the formation of conjugated systems or act as anchoring points for further modification.

4. Chemical Research and Development

● Widely used as a model compound in structure–activity relationship (SAR) studies.

● Serves as a substrate for testing novel catalytic systems in C–C and C–N bond-forming reactions.

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Benefits

● High reactivity: Dual bromine atoms at the 2 and 5 positions allow for versatile modification and tailored substitution patterns.

● Synthetic utility: Enables rapid construction of complex molecular frameworks, crucial for high-throughput screening and lead optimization.

● Commercial availability: Readily available and widely used in both academia and industry.

● Stability and shelf-life: Stable under standard storage conditions, making it practical for long-term laboratory use.

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Conclusion

A concise summary and suitability assessment for this product is available on request. Contact our team to discuss whether it fits your process and quality requirements.