Description

Methyl 4-Chloro-2-Pyridinecarboxylate Hydrochloride is a high-purity, versatile chemical intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized pyridine scaffold that enables the efficient construction of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system, anti-infectives, and oncology therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the pyridine moiety for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving global clients.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Facilitates methodological development and exploration of new chemical spaces in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Chloro-2-Pyridinecarboxylate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	176977-85-8
Molecular Formula	C7H7Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	208.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-chloropicolinate hydrochloride; 4-Chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl 4-chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylate HCl; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-chloro-, methyl ester, hydrochloride; Picolinic acid, 4-chloro-, methyl ester, hydrochloride; 4-Chloropicolinic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl 4-chloropyridine-2-carboxylate hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Chloro-2-Pyridinecarboxylate 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 commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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