Description

2-(5-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity pyridine derivative building block essential for advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its core value lies in its versatile structure, which serves as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced materials requiring specific pyridine-based architectures.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new chemical reactions in academic laboratories and corporate R&D centers.
• Bioconjugate Chemistry: The acetic acid moiety allows for coupling reactions, making it useful for creating bioconjugates or probe molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1000518-77-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Carboxymethyl)-5-methylpyridine; 5-Methyl-3-pyridineacetic Acid; (5-Methylpyridin-3-yl)acetic Acid; 2-(5-Methyl-3-pyridyl)acetic Acid; 1000518-77-3; 5-Methylnicotinic Acid, ω-carboxy-; 3-Pyridineacetic acid, 5-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-(5-Methylpyridin-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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