Description

4-(tert-Butyl)Picolinic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of picolinic acid, valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and ligand in coordination chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring the tert-butyl group, imparts specific steric and electronic properties crucial for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand in Catalysis: Serves as a chelating ligand for transition metals in homogeneous catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in the preparation of complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(tert-Butyl)Picolinic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	123811-75-6
Molecular Formula	C10H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	215.68 g/mol
Synonyms	4-tert-Butylpicolinic acid hydrochloride; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, hydrochloride (1:1); 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 4-tert-Butylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; 4-t-Butylpicolinic acid HCl; 4-(tert-Butyl)picolinic acid HCl salt
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Quality Control

Our 4-(tert-Butyl)Picolinic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the original container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.