Description

6-Thien-2-Ylnicotinic Acid is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a nicotinic acid core substituted with a thiophene moiety, serving as a versatile and high-value pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is critical for the synthesis of advanced active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules due to its unique bifunctional structure. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel therapeutic agents and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides with specific activity profiles.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a core structure for designing fluorescent tags and molecular probes in diagnostic research.
• Custom Synthesis: A starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs for bespoke chemical synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Thien-2-Ylnicotinic Acid
CAS No.	179408-54-9
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO2S
Molecular Weight	205.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Thiophen-2-yl)nicotinic acid; 6-(2-Thienyl)nicotinic acid; 6-(Thiophen-2-yl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-(2-thienyl)-; Nicotinic acid, 6-(2-thienyl)-; 179408-54-9; 6-Thien-2-yl-nicotinic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Thien-2-Ylnicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) to ensure compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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