Description

5-Amino-3-Fluoropicolinic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant commercial and research interest. Its molecular structure, featuring both an amino and a fluorine substituent on the picolinic acid core, makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced compounds. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical development, and materials science applications requiring precise molecular modification. We supply this compound globally, ensuring consistent quality and reliable availability for industrial-scale production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the fluorine atom enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the design of organic electronic materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create fluorescent tags, enzyme inhibitors, and other molecular probes for diagnostic and research applications.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: An ideal starting material for custom chemical synthesis services catering to specific client requirements.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Amino-3-Fluoropicolinic Acid
CAS No.	1260669-97-3
Molecular Formula	C6H5FN2O2
Molecular Weight	156.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-5-aminopicolinic acid; 5-Amino-3-fluoro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-amino-3-fluoro-; 3-Fluoro-5-aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Amino-3-fluoropyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 1260669-97-3; 5-Amino-3-fluoro-2-picolinic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Amino-3-Fluoropicolinic 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 advanced synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment. Our quality protocols are designed to support compliance in cGMP and ISO-guided environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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