Description

3-Chloro-6-Ethoxypyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its dual functionality, serving as a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic or photonic properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-6-Ethoxypyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1020945-92-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	201.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-3-chloro-6-ethoxypyridine; 3-Chloro-6-ethoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-Ethoxy-3-chloropicolinic acid; 3-Chloro-6-ethoxypicolinic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-chloro-6-ethoxy-; Picolinic acid, 3-chloro-6-ethoxy-; 1020945-92-9 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-6-Ethoxypyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and IR are available for each lot 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). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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