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CAS 52092-47-4 — 5-Chloro-2-nitropyridine

5-Chloro-2-nitropyridine is an aromatic heterocyclic compound featuring a chlorine substituent at the 5-position and a nitro group at the 2-position on a pyridine ring. It is primarily used as a synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry for the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. This compound is a pale yellow solid with a melting point of 112–116 °C and is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and dichloromethane. It has no signal word under GHS classification, indicating low acute toxicity, though proper handling is advised due to potential reactivity. Molekula supplies 5-Chloro-2-nitropyridine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.