Molekula
4-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylpyridine hydrochloride
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4-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylpyridine hydrochloride is a specialized heterocyclic compound used in pharmaceutical synthesis as a pyridine building block related to benzimidazole proton pump inhibitors such as rabeprazole and lansoprazole, which are used to treat gastric acid conditions. It is also a known impurity of these drugs, listed under synonyms such as Rabeprazole Impurity and Lansoprazole EP Impurity 17. It is a chlorinated pyridine derivative with high reactivity, enabling its role in custom organic synthesis pathways. This chemical has a CAS number of 152402-97-6, with the molecular formula C7H7Cl2N·ClH and a molecular weight of 212.51 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, as indicated by its "Danger" signal word. Molekula supplies 4-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylpyridine hydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Assay/Purity | (HPLC) ≥98.0% |
| MS | Conforms to structure |
| HNMR | Conforms to structure |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90038155 |
| CAS Number | 152402-97-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylpyridine;hydrochloride |
| Molecular Formula | C7H7Cl2N·ClH |
| Molecular Weight | 212.51 |
| Exact Mass | 210.9722 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C=CN=C1CCl)Cl.Cl |
| InChIKey | YIDBERCXNYKRKU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H7Cl2N.ClH/c1-5-6(9)2-3-10-7(5)4-8;/h2-3H,4H2,1H3;1H |
| PubChem CID | 11506744 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.99.82.90 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399999 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 2-Chloromethyl-4-(chloro)-3-methylpyridine hydrochloride
- 4-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylpyridine--hydrogen chloride (1/1)
- Lansoprazole-16
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-3-methylpyridine hydrochloride used for?
This compound is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C7H7Cl2N·ClH, and the molecular weight is 212.51 g/mol.
How should this product be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances.
What grades or purities are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this compound in high-purity (98%+) analytical or synthesis grade.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can provide bulk quantities upon request—contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation.
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