Description

4-Methylpyrrole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a pyrrole ring substituted with a methyl group and a carboxylic acid functionality. This structure makes it a versatile and valuable building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing pyrrole or porphyrin-like structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and advanced organic frameworks.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal ions, useful in creating catalysts or metal-organic complexes for various industrial processes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed as a building block for synthesizing specialized heterocyclic dyes and pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylpyrrole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	18711-59-6
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO2
Molecular Weight	125.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-4-methylpyrrole; 4-Methyl-1H-pyrrole-2-carboxylic acid; 4-Methyl-2-pyrrolecarboxylic acid; 2-Pyrrolecarboxylic acid, 4-methyl-; 4-Methylpyrrole-2-carboxylate; 4-Methyl-2-carboxypyrrole; 1H-Pyrrole-2-carboxylic acid, 4-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylpyrrole-2-Carboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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