Description

6-Methyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylic acid is a versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyridine scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological and chemical properties. This high-purity intermediate is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in classes like kinase inhibitors, anti-infectives, and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require a functionalized pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring new chemical reactions and building molecular libraries for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylic acid
CAS No.	14255-41-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight	153.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-6-methyl-4-pyridone; 6-Methyl-4-pyridone-2-carboxylic acid; 4-Hydroxy-6-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-Methyl-2,4-dihydroxypyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 6-Methyl-4-oxo-1H-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 4-Oxo-6-methyl-1,4-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-6-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylic acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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.