4-Chloro-2-iodopyridine is used in the synthetic preparation of disubstituted chloropyridine derivatives by regioselective lithiathion of chloropyridines with butyllithium and dimethylaminoehanol which is then followed by substitution with electrophiles.
Molecular Formula:C5H3ClIN
Molecular Weight:239.44
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.