
Catalog Number	AR00EAOU
Chemical Name	2-CHLORO-5-METHYL-NICOTINIC ACID METHYL ESTER
CAS Number	65169-43-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.6076
MDL Number	MFCD07375372
SMILES	COC(=O)c1cc(C)cnc1Cl

Methyl 2-chloro-5-methylnicotinate is a versatile compound commonly utilized in chemical synthesis as a key building block for creating pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. Its unique molecular structure allows for various functional group transformations, making it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis. By serving as a precursor in the preparation of diverse heterocyclic compounds, this compound plays a crucial role in the development of novel compounds with potential biological activities. Additionally, Methyl 2-chloro-5-methylnicotinate exhibits reactivity towards nucleophiles and electrophiles, enabling chemists to access a wide range of derivatives through strategic manipulations. Its significance in synthetic pathways highlights its importance in the field of chemical research and development.