Description

5-Cyano-3-Fluoropicolinic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a cyano and a fluorine substituent on the picolinic acid core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, including potential herbicides and pharmaceutical candidates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study biological processes.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for bespoke chemical synthesis services.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Cyano-3-Fluoropicolinic Acid
CAS No.	1200498-46-9
Molecular Formula	C7H3FN2O2
Molecular Weight	166.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-5-cyanopyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 5-Cyano-3-fluoro-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-cyano-3-fluoro-; 3-Fluoro-5-cyanopicolinic Acid; 5-CN-3-F-picolinic Acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Cyano-3-Fluoropicolinic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and scale-up applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically >97% by HPLC), identity confirmation, and impurity profile is supplied with each shipment.

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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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