6-Chloropyridazine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester (CAS 65202-50-8)

6-Chloropyridazine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester serves as a reagent for chemists engaged in the design of novel organic semiconductors due to its pyridazine ring, which imparts promising electronic properties. In the area of materials science, this compound is specifically harnessed for the synthesis of light-emitting diodes and photovoltaic materials, with the chlorine substituent offering unique opportunities for further functionalization. Its ester group, reactive and amenable to conversion into other functional groups, facilitates the creation of diverse molecular architectures, essential for fine-tuning the physical properties of the resulting materials. Researchers also employ this compound to probe the mechanistic pathways of nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions, an area of keen interest for those aiming to uncover more sustainable synthetic routes. Moreover, this compound is integral to studies focused on the development of novel herbicides, where its interaction with plant enzymes is analyzed to understand the biochemical disruptions that lead to weed control.