2-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride, 98%

Description

2-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride was used as reagent in base catalyzed alkylation of p-tert-butylcalix[6]arene and p-tert-butylcalix[5]arene in DMF. It was used in the synthesis of Gd3+ diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid bisamide complex, a Zn2+-sensitive magnetic resonance imaging contrast agent.

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Applications
2-(Chloromethyl)pyridine hydrochloride was used as reagent in base catalyzed alkylation of p-tert-butylcalix[6]arene and p-tert-butylcalix[5]arene in DMF. It was used in the synthesis of Gd3+ diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid bisamide complex, a Zn2+-sensitive magnetic resonance imaging contrast agent.

Solubility
Soluble in water, acetone (10-50mg/ml), 95%ethanol (100mg/ml).

Notes
Hygroscopic store in inert gas Store away from strong oxidizing agents. keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.