Applications The solution of 2-chloro-5-methylpyridine so obtained may be used directly for further chlorination to form 2-chloro-5-trichloromethylpyridine with, for example, chlorine gas in the presence of a free radical initiator. This chemical intermediate is useful in the synthesis of certain herbicidal compounds. Description 2-Chloro-5-methylpyridine is a pesticide intermediate. Its synthesis by many methods has been reported. Preparation 433,273, 2-chloro-5-methylpyridine is…
