Description

6-Amino-5-Bromonicotinic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its dual functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical environments. This compound is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its bromo and amino substituents for structural diversity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic nicotinic acid core.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a building block for fluorescent tags and molecular probes used in biochemical assays and diagnostic research.
• Custom Synthesis Projects: A fundamental starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs engaged in bespoke chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Amino-5-Bromonicotinic Acid
CAS No.	180340-69-6
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	217.02 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-6-aminonicotinic acid; 5-Bromo-6-aminopyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-amino-5-bromo-; 6-Amino-5-bromo-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 180340-69-6; 5-Bromo-6-aminopyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Amino-5-bromopyridine-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Amino-5-Bromonicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance 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 (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed and stored in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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