Description

2-Fluoro-6-Methyl-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated pyridine derivative, a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role in introducing both fluorine and a carboxylic acid functional group into complex molecular architectures, enabling precise modulation of physicochemical properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting kinase inhibitors and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioavailability and metabolic stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for constructing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials that require specific fluorinated aromatic components.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Fluoro-6-Methyl-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1211583-88-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6FNO2
Molecular Weight	155.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluoro-6-methylnicotinic acid; 3-Carboxy-2-fluoro-6-methylpyridine; 6-Methyl-2-fluoropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Fluoro-6-methyl-pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Fluoro-6-picolinic acid; 1211583-88-8; FMPCA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Fluoro-6-Methyl-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and development use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.