Description

Diethyl 2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylate is a high-purity organic building block and versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its rigid, symmetrical pyridine dicarboxylate structure, which is crucial for constructing complex molecular architectures in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a foundational unit for creating chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in research for constructing π-conjugated systems for potential use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylate
CAS No.	15658-60-3
Molecular Formula	C11H13NO4
Molecular Weight	223.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, diethyl ester; Diethyl pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylate; Diethyl 2,6-pyridinedicarboxylate; Ethyl 2,6-pyridinedicarboxylate; 2,6-Bis(ethoxycarbonyl)pyridine; Pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid diethyl ester; Diethyl 2,6-dicarboxypyridine; 15658-60-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Diethyl 2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and consistent performance in critical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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