Description

3-(2-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)Propanoic Acid is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a chloropyridine moiety and a carboxylic acid functional group, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex pharmacologically active molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in the creation of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific activity profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR) and novel heterocyclic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals beyond the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	1256822-91-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)propanoic Acid; 2-Chloro-3-(2-carboxyethyl)pyridine; 3-(2-Chloropyridin-3-yl)propionic Acid; β-(2-Chloro-3-pyridyl)propionic Acid; 1256822-91-9; 3-(2-Chloro-pyridin-3-yl)-propionic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(2-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR) to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.