Description

2-(Methyl-2-Pyridylamino)Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine core functionalized with a methylaminoacetic acid side chain, making it a valuable building block for advanced synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise molecular scaffolds for developing new active ingredients. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries in the research and development of novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require specific nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal coordination chemistry.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group enables its use in linking biomolecules or creating peptide mimetics for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating functional polymers with specific electronic or binding properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methyl-2-Pyridylamino)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1016519-61-1
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	166.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2-Pyridinyl)(methyl)amino]acetic acid; N-Methyl-N-(2-pyridinyl)glycine; (Methyl(pyridin-2-yl)amino)acetic acid; 2-(N-Methyl-N-pyridin-2-ylamino)acetic acid; Glycine, N-methyl-N-2-pyridinyl-; 2-(Methyl(pyridin-2-yl)amino)acetic acid; 2-(Methyl-2-pyridinylamino)acetic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Methyl-2-Pyridylamino)Acetic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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