Description

2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-3-Hydroxypyridine is a high-purity, multifunctional organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxypyridine moiety. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create chelating agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new active ingredients in crop protection products.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers and functional organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile bifunctional reagent for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex molecular architectures.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for quality control and analytical method development in laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-3-Hydroxypyridine
CAS No.	1261937-73-8
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO3
Molecular Weight	215.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2-(4-carboxyphenyl)pyridine; 4-(3-Hydroxypyridin-2-yl)benzoic Acid; 2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-3-pyridinol; 2-(4-Carboxy-phenyl)-3-hydroxy-pyridine; 2-(p-Carboxyphenyl)-3-hydroxypyridine; 3-Hydroxy-2-(4-carboxy-phenyl)-pyridine; 4-(3-Hydroxy-2-pyridinyl)benzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-3-Hydroxypyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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