Description

5-Bromo-6-Methylnicotinicacid is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block of significant importance in modern synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyridine structure, which serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting neurological disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated nicotinic acid scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing molecular probes to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental reagent for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-6-Methylnicotinicacid
CAS No.	1190862-72-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNO2
Molecular Weight	216.03 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-6-methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-5-bromo-6-methylpyridine; 6-Methyl-5-bromonicotinic acid; 5-Bromo-6-methylnicotinic acid; 5-Bromo-6-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 1190862-72-6; Nicotinic acid, 5-bromo-6-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-6-Methylnicotinicacid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each 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 every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most critical R&D and scale-up projects.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.