Description

4-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, versatile pharmaceutical intermediate and organic building block. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a critical pyridine-carboxylate scaffold for medicinal chemistry and advanced material science. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex polycyclic or functionalized pyridine derivatives.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	123811-74-5
Molecular Formula	C7H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	189.60 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-methoxy-, hydrochloride (1:1); 4-Methoxypicolinic acid hydrochloride; 4-Methoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 4-Methoxypicolinic acid HCl; 2-Carboxy-4-methoxypyridine hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxy-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.