Description

4-(4-(Carboxypyridin-3-Yl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional organic building block featuring both a pyridine and a benzoic acid moiety, making it a versatile intermediate for advanced synthesis. Its core value lies in enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting the central nervous system or as kinase inhibitors.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create complex chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance, functional polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Integral in the design of organic electronic materials, such as those used in OLEDs or organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: A valuable building block in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-(Carboxypyridin-3-Yl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	199678-10-9
Molecular Formula	C14H9NO4
Molecular Weight	255.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-[4-(carboxyphenyl)]-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3,4'-dicarboxylic acid, 3'-pyridinyl-; 4'-(3-Pyridinyl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-3,4-dicarboxylic acid; 4-(3-Carboxypyridin-4-yl)benzoic acid; 4-(4-Carboxy-3-pyridyl)benzoic acid; 4-(Pyridin-3-yl)phthalic acid (related isomer); Biphenyl-3,4'-dicarboxylic acid pyridin-3-yl derivative
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-(Carboxypyridin-3-Yl)Benzoic 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 commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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