Description

6-Chloro-3-Nitropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters because it provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is critically needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as electron-transport layers or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis houses serving diverse R&D needs across multiple industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-3-Nitropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1204400-58-7
Molecular Formula	C6H3ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	202.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carboxy-6-chloro-3-nitropyridine; 6-Chloro-3-nitro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-Chloro-3-nitropicolinic acid; 3-Nitro-6-chloropyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-3-nitro-; Picolinic acid, 6-chloro-3-nitro-; 6-Chloro-3-nitropyridine-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Chloro-3-Nitropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for full traceability and quality assurance.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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