Description

3-Amino-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Development: Used as a building block in the creation of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for complex heterocyclic compounds used in material science and specialty chemistry.
• Research & Development: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs in academic and industrial R&D labs for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Ligand and Chelator Synthesis: The carboxylic acid and amino groups make it suitable for developing novel metal-chelating agents and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1269291-72-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6N2O3
Molecular Weight	154.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-1,6-dihydro-6-oxo-; 3-Amino-6-hydroxypyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Amino-6-oxo-1H-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Amino-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 3-Amino-6-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Amino-6-oxo-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 3-Amino-6-oxopyridine-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.