Description

3-Fluoro-5-Methoxypicolinic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant importance in modern synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines a picolinic acid scaffold with fluorine and methoxy substituents, enabling precise modulation of physicochemical properties in target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, including potential kinase inhibitors and other biologically relevant compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the discovery and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the fluorinated picolinate core.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating more complex heterocyclic systems and functionalized molecules in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysis due to its chelating potential.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive for creating advanced polymers with specific electronic or surface properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoro-5-Methoxypicolinic Acid
CAS No.	1227511-52-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6FNO3
Molecular Weight	171.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-5-methoxypyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Methoxy-3-fluoropyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-fluoro-5-methoxy-; 3-Fluoro-5-methoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 1227511-52-5; 3-F-5-MeO-Pico-OH
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Fluoro-5-Methoxypicolinic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.