Description
2-Chloro-5-nitropyridine, also known as 6-Chloro-3-nitropyridine, 5-Nitro-2-chloropyridine or NSC 4468, is widely used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals (like Sonidegib), agrochemicals, and other organic compounds. Its functional groups make it a versatile building block for the introduction of specific chemical moieties during synthesis. The presence of the chloro and nitro groups allows for further chemical modifications and reactions, leading to the creation of more complex molecules.
Due to its reactivity and versatility, 2-Chloro-5-nitropyridine finds applications in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is also utilized in the production of agrochemicals, dyes, pigments, and other fine chemicals.
It is important to handle 2-Chloro-5-nitropyridine with care, following proper safety protocols and guidelines, as it can be harmful if ingested, inhaled, or in contact with the skin.