Description

3-Amino-6-Bromo-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an amino and a carboxylic acid group on a brominated pyridine core, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, such as conductive polymers, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes and inhibitors to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical building block for custom synthesis services catering to the needs of biotechnology and specialty chemical companies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-6-Bromo-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1052708-46-9
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	217.02 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-3-aminopicolinic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-6-bromo-; 3-Amino-6-bromopicolinic acid; 6-Bromo-3-amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 3-Amino-6-bromo-2-picolinic acid; 6-Bromo-3-aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Amino-6-bromopyridine-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-6-Bromo-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and process development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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