Description

4-Aminopicolinic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, pharmaceutically relevant organic salt derived from the picolinic acid family. This compound serves as a critical building block and intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Functions as a versatile ligand in coordination chemistry for catalyst development and metal ion sequestration.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in proteomics and enzymology studies as a modifier or inhibitor scaffold.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a standard reagent in university and corporate research laboratories for method development and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Aminopicolinic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1291487-29-0
Molecular Formula	C6H7N2O2•HCl
Molecular Weight	174.59 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-amino-, hydrochloride; 4-Aminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; Picolinic acid, 4-amino-, hydrochloride; 4-Aminopicolinate hydrochloride; 4-APAHCl
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Quality Control

Our 4-Aminopicolinic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and 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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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