Description

Methyl 5-Amino-3-Methylpicolinate CAS NO 1263059-42-2 is a high-purity, functionalized picolinate ester serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of both an amino and an ester group on the pyridine ring, enabling its use in constructing complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Amino-3-Methylpicolinate
CAS No.	1263059-42-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	166.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Amino-3-methylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-amino-3-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate; 3-Methyl-5-aminopicolinic acid methyl ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-amino-3-methyl-, methyl ester; 5-Amino-3-methylpicolinic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Amino-3-Methylpicolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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