Description

2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 1,6-Dihydro-5-Hydroxy-6-Oxo-, Methyl Ester is a specialized heterocyclic building block and synthetic intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique pyridine-based structure, featuring both hydroxy and oxo functionalities, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with pyridine or pyridone cores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and research of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile precursor for the preparation of more complex heterocyclic compounds, ligands, and fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in creating novel organic ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme inhibition.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 1,6-Dihydro-5-Hydroxy-6-Oxo-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1260883-63-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight	181.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-hydroxy-6-oxo-1,6-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylate; 5-Hydroxy-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 1,6-Dihydro-5-hydroxy-6-oxo-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 1,6-dihydro-5-hydroxy-6-oxo-2-pyridinecarboxylate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,6-dihydro-5-hydroxy-6-oxo-, methyl ester; 5-Hydroxy-6-oxo-1H-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 1,6-Dihydro-5-Hydroxy-6-Oxo-, Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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