2-(Bromomethyl)-5-phenylpyridine

• CAT Number: L019631
• CAS Number: 126268-58-4
• Molecular Formula: C12H10BrN
• Molecular Weight: 248.12
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-(bromomethyl)-5-phenylpyridine
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H10BrN/c13-8-12-7-6-11(9-14-12)10-4-2-1-3-5-10/h1-7,9H,8H2
• InChIKey: ZUEAYEZMEVUQRZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)C2=CN=C(C=C2)CBr

2-(Bromomethyl)-5-phenylpyridine is an aromatic compound with a bromomethyl group on a pyridine ring and a phenyl substitution, commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its bromomethyl group facilitates reactions for further modification, making it valuable in constructing complex molecules. This compound is frequently employed in the development of biologically active substances, particularly in studies involving receptor binding and signaling pathways. Its stability and reactivity make it suitable for medicinal chemistry and drug discovery applications.