Description

6-(4-Cyanophenyl)Picolinic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a biphenyl-like structure with both cyano and carboxylic acid functional groups. This compound matters as a versatile and critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced pharmaceutical agents and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Serves as a chelating ligand in transition metal catalysis for cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized as a scaffold for designing molecular probes and inhibitors to study biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-(4-Cyanophenyl)Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	1261929-53-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈N₂O₂
Molecular Weight	224.22 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(4-Cyanophenyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-[4-(cyano)phenyl]-; 6-(p-Cyanophenyl)picolinic acid; 6-(4-CN-Ph)Picolinic Acid; 2-Carboxy-6-(4-cyanophenyl)pyridine; 6-(4-Cyanophenyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-(4-Cyanophenyl)Picolinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices.

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 (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.