2-Chloro-4-nitropyridine 1-oxide

• CAT Number: M064194
• CAS Number: 14432-16-7
• Molecular Formula: C5H3ClN2O3
• Molecular Weight: 174.54
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at RT
• IUPAC Name: 2-chloro-4-nitro-1-oxidopyridin-1-ium
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H3ClN2O3/c6-5-3-4(8(10)11)1-2-7(5)9/h1-3H
• InChIKey: YSTCMHHKDOVZDA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=C[N+](=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])Cl)[O-]

2-Chloro-4-nitropyridine 1-oxide is a pyridine derivative featuring both a chlorine and a nitro group, as well as an oxidized nitrogen atom. This compound is notable for its applications in organic synthesis and as a reagent in chemical reactions, particularly in the preparation of various biologically active compounds. Its unique electronic properties make it useful in medicinal chemistry, where it is often explored for potential antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities. Additionally, it serves as a building block for more complex organic molecules.