Description

2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 5-Chloro-6-Methyl-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable pyridine derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional organic materials and coordination polymers.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile scaffold for exploratory synthesis in both university and corporate research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 5-Chloro-6-Methyl-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1261749-95-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-chloro-6-methylpicolinate; 5-Chloro-6-methylpicolinic acid methyl ester; 5-Chloro-6-methyl-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-chloro-6-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-chloro-6-methyl-, methyl ester; Picolinic acid, 5-chloro-6-methyl-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 5-Chloro-6-Methyl-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting your regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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