High-Purity 2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine (CCMP) CAS No.: 70258-18-3

Premium-grade 2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine (CCMP), a critical pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate. Widely used in the synthesis of highly effective insecticides (such as Imidacloprid and Acetamiprid) and advanced APIs.

CAS No: 70258-18-3
Appearance: Light yellow to colorless liquid or low-melting solid
Application: Agrochemical & Pharmaceutical Synthesis
Availability: Bulk supply and custom packaging available upon request.

Product Detail

2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine, commonly abbreviated as CCMP (CAS: 70258-18-3), is a highly versatile pyridine derivative. It serves as a crucial intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the manufacturing of agrochemicals (such as imidacloprid and other neonicotinoid insecticides) and advanced pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Our CCMP is manufactured under strict quality control standards to ensure exceptional purity and consistency for laboratory, pilot-scale, and commercial production applications.

Technical Specifications

Property	Specification / Value
Product Name	2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine (CCMP)
CAS Number	70258-18-3
Molecular Formula	C6H5Cl2N
Molecular Weight	162.02 g/mol
Purity (GC)	> 98.0% (or custom grade)
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder or liquid (depending on temperature)
Melting Point	38-42 °C (lit.)
Boiling Point	120-124 °C / 12 mmHg (lit.)
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-chloromethylpyridine; Pyridine, 2-chloro-5-(chloromethyl)-

Key Applications & Uses

Agrochemical Synthesis: It is a vital building block for the synthesis of highly effective insecticides, including Neonicotinoids like Imidacloprid and Acetamiprid.
Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a reactive precursor in the synthesis of various pyridine-containing heterocyclic drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
Chemical Research: A widely utilized reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for introducing the 2-chloropyridin-5-yl methyl moiety.

Packaging & Storage

Standard Packaging: Available in 25kg/drum, 200kg/drum, or customized packaging based on your specific requirements (from gram-grade lab scales to metric tons).
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep the container tightly sealed away from strong oxidizing agents, moisture, and heat sources. Follow standard safety protocols for handling chlorinated pyridine derivatives.

Why Choose Us?

Rigorous Quality Assurance: Every batch of 2-Chloro-5-(chloromethyl)pyridine undergoes stringent testing via HPLC/GC and NMR to guarantee the Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifications.
Flexible Supply Chain: Stable production capacity ensuring seamless scaling from R&D samples to bulk industrial supply.
Global Logistics Support: Experienced handling of chemical exports with compliant MSDS/SDS documentation and reliable dangerous goods (DG) or standard shipping solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can you provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and MSDS for CAS 70258-18-3?
- A: Yes, we provide full technical documentation including COA, MSDS/SDS, and HPLC profiles upon request.
Q: Do you offer bulk discounts for commercial orders?
- A: Absolutely. Please contact our sales team with your estimated annual or batch volume for a competitive wholesale quotation.