Description

2,3-Bipyridine-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its rigid bipyridine scaffold and carboxylic acid functionality, enabling precise molecular design and derivatization for creating complex target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it serves as a key precursor for ligands, catalysts, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for metal-chelating therapies and kinase inhibitors.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create sophisticated chelating ligands for catalysis, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and diagnostic imaging agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new generation herbicides and pesticides with targeted action.
• Material Science: Incorporated into the design of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the development of molecular probes and bioconjugates for studying biological processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for method development and exploratory chemistry in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Bipyridine-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1211540-72-5
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	200.20 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Carboxy-2,3'-bipyridine; 2,3'-Bipyridine-6-carboxylic acid; 6-(3-Pyridyl)nicotinic acid; 2-(Pyridin-3-yl)pyridine-5-carboxylic acid; [2,3']Bipyridinyl-6-carboxylic acid; Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3-Bipyridine-6-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure compliance with high-purity standards for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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