Description

4-Bromo-6-Methoxypyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique halogenated pyridine core, which enables precise molecular modifications in complex chemical architectures. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a versatile scaffold for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with tailored biological activity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for functionalized polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine substituent makes it an excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed in contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke chemical synthesis and library production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-6-Methoxypyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1060806-61-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO3
Molecular Weight	232.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-bromo-6-methoxy-; 4-Bromo-6-methoxy-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 4-Bromo-6-methoxynicotinic acid; 6-Methoxy-4-bromonicotinic acid; 1060806-61-2; 4-Bromo-6-methoxypyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Bromo-6-methoxy-pyridine-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-6-Methoxypyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications in cGMP and other regulated environments where traceability and documentation are paramount.

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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Purity (HPLC, Area%)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤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.