CAS 579486-61-6

4,6-Dichloro-2-ethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine

Description:

4,6-Dichloro-2-ethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine is a heterocyclic organic compound characterized by its imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine structure, which features a fused ring system containing nitrogen atoms. This compound typically exhibits a pale yellow to light brown appearance and is soluble in organic solvents, though its solubility in water is limited. The presence of chlorine atoms at the 4 and 6 positions contributes to its reactivity and potential biological activity. The ethyl group at the 2 position enhances its lipophilicity, which may influence its pharmacokinetic properties. This compound is of interest in medicinal chemistry, particularly for its potential applications in drug development, as it may exhibit antimicrobial or anticancer properties. Its synthesis often involves multi-step reactions, and it is important to handle it with care due to the presence of halogenated groups, which can pose environmental and health risks. As with many heterocycles, its reactivity can be modulated through substitution patterns, making it a versatile scaffold in organic synthesis.

Formula: C₈H₇Cl₂N₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H7Cl2N3/c1-2-6-11-4-3-5(9)12-8(10)7(4)13-6/h3H,2H2,1H3,(H,11,13)

InChI key: InChIKey=SAKVPOFFPTVSQH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: ClC1=C2C(NC(CC)=N2)=CC(Cl)=N1

Synonyms:

• 4,6-Dichloro-2-ethyl-3H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine
• 1H-Imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine, 4,6-dichloro-2-ethyl-
• 3H-Imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine, 4,6-dichloro-2-ethyl-

4,6-Dichloro-2-ethyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine

CAS: 579486-61-6

Versatile small molecule scaffold

Formula: C₈H₇Cl₂N₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 216.06 g/mol

Ref: 3D-EYA48661