Description

Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Fluoro-, Methyl Ester is a high-value fluorinated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique fused-ring structure enables the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily targeted at the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for use in drug discovery programs and the synthesis of high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides and fungicides that leverage the biological activity of the imidazopyridine scaffold.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Material Science: Potential precursor for the synthesis of organic electronic materials and fluorescent dyes due to its conjugated system.
• Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects under cGMP conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Fluoro-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1206972-70-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7FN2O2
Molecular Weight	194.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Fluoroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-fluoroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylate; 5-Fluoro-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid, methyl ester; 5-Fluoroimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 1206972-70-4; Methyl 5-fluoro-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-3-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Fluoro-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment. We support development and commercial projects with material suitable for research use through to cGMP-grade manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

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

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