Description

3-(3-Methylpyridin-4-Yl)Propanoic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a pyridine core with a propanoic acid side chain. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical synthesis and fine chemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the pyridine moiety.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for material science and electronic chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reference standard and starting material for methodological studies and novel compound library generation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Methylpyridin-4-Yl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	1083245-64-0
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Carboxyethyl)-3-methylpyridine; 3-Methyl-4-(2-carboxyethyl)pyridine; 3-(3-Methyl-4-pyridyl)propionic Acid; 3-(3-Methylpyridin-4-yl)propanoic Acid; 1083245-64-0; 3-Methyl-4-(3-carboxypropyl)pyridine (isomer); 4-Pyridinepropanoic acid, 3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 3-(3-Methylpyridin-4-Yl)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific data are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.