Description

6-Hydroxymethyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxymethyl group on a pyridine ring, makes it an invaluable precursor for creating complex molecules with high precision. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly in the development of novel APIs for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, contributing to next-generation crop protection solutions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of high-value specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry research in both academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxymethyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1197-10-0
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight	153.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-(hydroxymethyl)-; 6-(Hydroxymethyl)picolinic acid; 6-Hydroxymethylpicolinic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-hydroxymethylpyridine; 6-Hydroxymethyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; HMCA; 6-HMPA
EINECS	214-829-7

Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxymethyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for our global customers.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). As with many fine chemicals, prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures, moisture, or direct light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.