Description

3-Methylpicolinic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of picolinic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a stable, salt-form intermediate that facilitates precise reactions in complex manufacturing processes. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for neurological and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis in fine chemical production.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for academic and industrial R&D in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.
• Coordination Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other coordination complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylpicolinic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	123811-72-3
Molecular Formula	C7H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	173.60 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; 2-Picolinic acid, 3-methyl-, hydrochloride; 3-Methylpicolinate hydrochloride; 3-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 3-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid HCl; 3-Methylpicolinic acid HCl; 3-Methyl-2-carboxypyridine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylpicolinic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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