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3-Bromopyridine in Pharmaceuticals
3-Bromopyridine has been used extensively in development of new API’s. Approximately 20 compounds have been developed with 3-Bromopyridine. The presence of the bromine moiety allows significant modifications to be made and various functional groups can be inserted, including boronic acids, carboxylic acids, and nitriles.
Applications
Pharmaceutical Intermediate
- Advanced intermediate for Zytiga (Abiraterone), a medication used to treat prostate cancer.
Features
- High isomeric purity
- Addition of 3-pyridyl moiety
Typical Properties
Solution | Acid Value | Hydroxyl Value | Saponification Value | Iodine Value | Melt Point (°C) | Specific Gravity |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Castorwax | 3 | 158 | 179 | 5 | 85 | 1.023 |
Values shown in the above table are typical properties.
Application Highlights
High End Pigmented Coatings

Used to offset color loss from exposure to light, air, temperature, and other environmental factors
Artifical Food Dye

Used to provide color to otherwise colorless food
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