Chemical Name: | tert-butyl N-(2-chloro-3-methylpyridin-4-yl)carbamate |
CAS Number: | 370864-66-7 |
Product Number: | AG00CMXC(AGN-PC-0J0YBJ) |
Synonyms: | |
MDL No: | |
Molecular Formula: | C11H15ClN2O2 |
Molecular Weight: | 242.7020 |
The tert-Butyl (2-chloro-3-methylpyridin-4-yl)carbamate is a versatile compound commonly used in chemical synthesis due to its unique reactivity and functional group compatibility. This compound acts as a protecting group in organic chemistry, specifically in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The incorporation of tert-Butyl (2-chloro-3-methylpyridin-4-yl)carbamate allows for the selective protection of amine groups in complex molecules, preventing undesired reactions and facilitating the manipulation of specific functional groups. This protecting group can be selectively removed under mild conditions, making it a valuable tool for the strategic synthesis of intricate organic molecules with multiple amine functionalities. Its application in chemical synthesis enables chemists to access novel compounds and streamline synthetic pathways towards the efficient production of target molecules.