Description

6-(Trifluoromethoxy)Picolinic Acid CAS NO 1221172-11-7 is a high-value, fluorinated heterocyclic building block essential for modern synthetic chemistry. This compound matters as a key intermediate in the development of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, where the trifluoromethoxy group imparts unique metabolic stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical precursor for synthesizing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity-enhancing properties of the trifluoromethoxy group.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in areas requiring modified pharmacokinetic profiles.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for introducing the 6-(trifluoromethoxy)picolinoyl moiety into complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of performance chemicals, dyes, and advanced polymers where specific fluorine-containing functionalities are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(Trifluoromethoxy)Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	1221172-11-7
Molecular Formula	C7H4F3NO3
Molecular Weight	207.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-(trifluoromethoxy)-; 6-(Trifluoromethoxy)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 6-(Trifluoromethoxy)picolinate; 6-Trifluoromethoxypicolinic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-(trifluoromethoxy)pyridine; 6-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-OCF3-Picolinic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-(Trifluoromethoxy)Picolinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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