Description

Methyl 6-Acetylnicotinate is a high-purity organic ester and a key nicotinate derivative, serving as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized pyridine core essential for constructing complex molecules with precision. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled compounds and probes for studying biological processes at the molecular level.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 6-Acetylnicotinate
CAS No.	153559-93-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO3
Molecular Weight	179.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-acetylpyridine-3-carboxylate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-acetyl-, methyl ester; 6-Acetyl-nicotinic acid methyl ester; Methyl (6-acetyl-3-pyridyl)carboxylate; 6-Acetylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-acetyl-3-pyridinecarboxylate; 3-Carbomethoxy-6-acetylpyridine
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 6-Acetylnicotinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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