Description

3-Aminopyridine-2,4-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both amino and dicarboxylic acid groups, makes it a versatile precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a key starting material for the preparation of chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the creation of novel polyamides and polyimides with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful for modifying biomolecules and creating fluorescent or affinity probes for biochemical research.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science laboratories worldwide.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Aminopyridine-2,4-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1222184-72-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O4
Molecular Weight	182.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, 3-amino-; 3-Amino-2,4-pyridinedicarboxylic acid; 3-Aminopyridine-2,4-dicarboxylate; 3-Amino-2,4-dicarboxypyridine; 1222184-72-6; 3-Amino-2,4-pyridinedicarboxylic acid; 3-Aminopyridine-2,4-dicarboxylic acid (APDC analog)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Aminopyridine-2,4-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and support our products with detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that document key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and residual solvents. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical R&D and scale-up projects.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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