Description

5-Bromo-3-Methoxypicolinic Acid is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines a bromine substituent for further functionalization with a methoxy and carboxylic acid group, enabling its use in constructing complex pharmacophores. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the design and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up production under cGMP conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-3-Methoxypicolinic Acid
CAS No.	1142191-66-9
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO3
Molecular Weight	232.03 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-5-bromopyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-3-methoxypyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-bromo-3-methoxy-; 5-Bromo-3-methoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-3-Methoxypicolinic 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 detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications from research to commercial-scale cGMP production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.