Description

5-Pyridin-3-Yl-1,2,4-Oxadiazole-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value heterocyclic building block and advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is critical for research and development in medicinal chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of novel drug candidates targeting a range of therapeutic areas. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical innovators, and specialty chemical manufacturers seeking to incorporate its unique oxadiazole-pyridine scaffold into new molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology, neurology, and anti-infective research.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a core scaffold or building block in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and high-throughput screening libraries.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific modes of action.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized ligands for catalysts or functional materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Pyridin-3-Yl-1,2,4-Oxadiazole-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1086380-42-8
Molecular Formula	C9H6N4O3
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(5-Carboxy-1,2,4-oxadiazol-3-yl)pyridine; 5-(Pyridin-3-yl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Pyridyl-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylic acid; 1086380-42-8; 5-(3-Pyridyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-3-carboxylic acid; 1,2,4-Oxadiazole-3-carboxylic acid, 5-(3-pyridinyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Pyridin-3-Yl-1,2,4-Oxadiazole-3-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment 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 area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under an inert atmosphere to ensure optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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