Diethyl 2-[6-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinyl]-2-ethylmalonate

Diethyl 2-[6-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinyl]-2-ethylmalonate is a synthetic organic compound characterized by a pyridine core substituted with a chlorine atom and a trifluoromethyl group at positions 6 and 4, respectively. An ethylmalonate moiety, further substituted with an ethyl group, is attached at position 2 of the pyridine ring. With a molecular formula of C15H17ClF3NO4 and a molecular weight of 367.75 g/mol, this compound presents a unique combination of functional groups. Its structure suggests potential utility as an advanced intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals, where the pyridine scaffold and trifluoromethyl group are common features for modulating biological activity or physicochemical properties. The malonate ester functionality offers reactive sites for further chemical transformations, including decarboxylation, alkylation, and condensation reactions, making it a valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and materials science research. This product is for Research Use Only (RUO).

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