Description

6-Bromo-4-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid is a high-purity, versatile nicotinic acid derivative and a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique halogenated pyridine structure, which serves as a crucial building block for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for candidates targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its functionalizable carboxylic acid and bromine groups.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: A fundamental substrate for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) engaged in custom synthesis projects from milligram to kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-4-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid
CAS No.	1060804-74-1
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO2
Molecular Weight	216.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-6-bromonicotinic acid; 6-Bromo-4-methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-bromo-4-methyl-; 6-Bromo-4-picolinic acid; 6-Bromo-4-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-4-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming the product meets your specified requirements. Our quality commitment supports applications in GMP and ISO-regulated environments.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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