Description

Methyl 4-Chloro-5-Methylpicolinate is a high-purity, versatile organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its precise chemical structure, which serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of complex active molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for developing novel compounds and fine-tuning molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with targeted modes of action.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile precursor in organic synthesis for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and exploring new chemical spaces.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized ligands, catalysts, or functional materials requiring specific picolinate frameworks.
• Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects and scale-up production.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Chloro-5-Methylpicolinate
CAS No.	1104455-41-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-chloro-5-methylpyridine-2-carboxylate; 4-Chloro-5-methylpicolinic acid methyl ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-chloro-5-methyl-, methyl ester; 4-Chloro-5-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Chloro-5-Methylpicolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications for research and industrial use.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.