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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>3-Bromo-5-(methylsulphonyl)pyridine</strong> (CAS 104627-98-5, C6H6BrNO2S) is a specialized heterocyclic intermediate synthesized via bromination of 5-methylsulfonylpyridine. It serves as a critical scaffold in organic synthesis for pharmaceutical and agrochemical production.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Pharmaceutical manufacturing: Synthesis of kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.</li>
<li>Agrochemical industry: Production of novel fungicides and herbicides.</li>
<li>R&D: Used as a building block for complex heterocyclic compounds.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store in sealed containers under inert atmosphere at controlled temperatures below 25°C. Avoid direct skin contact; use appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles due to potential irritant properties.</p>