4-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02
CAS Number: 1822-51-1
Molecular Formula: C6H7Cl2N
Molecular Weight: 164.03 g/mol
Appearance: Fine crystalline powder, yellow to orange, viscous to waxy
Melting Point: 166-173°C
Usage: Important organic raw material for high value-added fine chemical products.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 4-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride |
| CAS Number | 5426-86-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H7Cl2N |
| Molecular Weight | 164.03 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 183-186°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and common organic solvents such as ethanol and ether |
| Chemical Structure | Pyridine ring with a chloromethyl group attached to the 4-position, and a hydrochloride salt |
| pH (Aqueous Solution) | Acidic due to the hydrochloride salt |
| Applications | Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, particularly pyridines and their derivatives. Also used in the preparation of pesticides, dyes, and pharmaceuticals. |
| Safety Information | May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Causes skin and eye irritation. Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment and avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat, sparks, and open flames. |
| Hazard Statements | H302: Harmful if swallowed. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. |
| Precautionary Statements | P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312+P330: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/… If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Seek medical advice/attention. |
