3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine hydrochloride

3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine hydrochloride - Names and Identifiers

Name	3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine hydrochloride
Synonyms	Rupatadine Impurity H Rupatadine Impurity 16 Rupatadine Impurity 6 HCl -5-methylpyridine hydrochloride 3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine 3-Choromethyl-5-Methylpyridine HCl 3-(chloroMethyl)-5-Methyl-Pyridine HCl 3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine hydrochloride
CAS	1007089-84-0
EINECS	696-091-5

3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine hydrochloride - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C7H8ClN
Molar Mass	141.59812
Melting Point	154-157 °C
Boling Point	232.233℃ at 760 mmHg
Storage Condition	under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C

3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine hydrochloride - Risk and Safety

Hazard Symbols

Xi - Irritant

3-(Chloromethyl)-5-methylpyridine hydrochloride - Introduction

3-Methyl-5-chloromethylpyridine hydrochloride is an organic compound with the chemical formula C8H10ClN · HCl, commonly used as a chemical reagent.

The compound is a colorless to pale yellow solid with a benzene ring and a pyridine ring. It has good solubility, can be dissolved in water, can also be dissolved in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone.

3-methyl-5-chloromethylpyridine hydrochloride is mainly used as a catalyst in organic synthesis reactions, for example, as a reducing agent for aldehyde compounds. It can also be used in the preparation of other organic compounds, such as pharmaceuticals and dyes.

The method for preparing 3-methyl-5-chloromethylpyridine hydrochloride is usually obtained by reacting 3-methylpyridine with methyl chloride, and then reacting with hydrochloric acid to form the hydrochloride.

It is necessary to pay attention to safety when using 3-methyl-5-chloromethylpyridine hydrochloride. It is an organic compound with certain toxicity, and direct contact with skin and eyes should be avoided. Appropriate protective gloves and glasses should be worn during operation to ensure a well-ventilated laboratory environment. Follow proper operating procedures and safety measures to ensure personal safety.