Description

6-Fluoro-5-Methylpyridin-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value fluorinated pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it an essential intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands in transition metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating fluorinated analogs of bioactive molecules for metabolic and mechanistic studies.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital substrate for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Fluoro-5-Methylpyridin-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1211524-30-9
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	167.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-fluoro-5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-6-fluoropicolinic acid; 6-Fluoro-5-methylpicolinic acid; 6-Fluoro-5-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-fluoro-5-methylpyridine; 6-Fluoro-5-methyl-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; FMPCA; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 6-Fluoro-5-Methylpyridin-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and agrochemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
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.