Description

6-Chloro-3-Methylpyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules with specific pharmacological or agrochemical activities. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly those developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting the central nervous system or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development, quality control, and regulatory submissions.
• Custom Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile handle for medicinal chemistry programs aimed at structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and lead optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-Methylpyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1201924-32-4
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	171.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-3-methyl-; 3-Methyl-6-chloropicolinic acid; 6-Chloro-3-methylpicolinic acid; 6-Chloro-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-chloro-3-methylpyridine; 6-Chloro-3-methyl-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 6-Chloro-3-methylpicolinate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Chloro-3-Methylpyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its acidic nature, ensure containers are properly sealed and constructed of compatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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