Description

2-Pyridinecarboxylicacid,4,6-Dimethyl-(9Ci) is a specialized pyridine derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a critical building block for the development of complex molecules in advanced research and manufacturing. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical chemists, agrochemical researchers, and material scientists engaged in the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug discovery programs targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for the production of specialty dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridinecarboxylicacid,4,6-Dimethyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	18088-10-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4,6-Dimethylpicolinic Acid; 4,6-Dimethylpyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4,6-dimethyl-; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 4,6-Lutidinic Acid; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-picolinic Acid; 4,6-Dimethylpicolinate; 2-Carboxy-4,6-dimethylpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 2-Pyridinecarboxylicacid,4,6-Dimethyl-(9Ci) in high-purity grades suitable for research and commercial synthesis. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to a cGMP-compliant quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.