Description

3-Amino-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an amino and a carboxylic acid group on the pyridine ring, makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those with pyridine-based cores, including kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in the preparation of more complex heterocyclic compounds, dyes, and functional materials.
• Research & Development: Essential for medicinal chemistry and process research in both academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1462-86-8
Molecular Formula	C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	138.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-3-aminopyridine; 3-Aminopicolinic Acid; 3-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 3-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-; 3-Amino-2-carboxypyridine
EINECS	215-961-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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