Description

2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Methoxy-5-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 required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals and performance materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Methoxy-5-Methyl-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1263057-25-5
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO3
Molecular Weight	181.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Methoxy-5-methylpicolinate; 4-Methoxy-5-methylpicolinic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-methoxy-5-methyl-, methyl ester; 4-Methoxy-5-methyl-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 5-Methyl-4-methoxypicolinic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Methoxy-5-Methyl-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.