Description

3-Amino-6-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Picolinicacid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block characterized by its picolinic acid core, amino functionality, and trifluoromethyl group. This unique molecular architecture makes it a critical intermediate for the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, where it imparts desirable biological activity and metabolic stability. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trifluoromethylpyridine moiety.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for the synthesis of drug candidates, particularly in areas where the trifluoromethyl group can enhance lipophilicity and binding affinity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized chelating ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, including organic semiconductors and functional polymers.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: An essential starting material for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-6-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Picolinicacid
CAS No.	1334546-76-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7F3N2O3
Molecular Weight	236.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Amino-6-methoxy-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-amino-6-methoxypicolinic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-6-methoxy-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 3-Amino-6-methoxy-5-trifluoromethylpicolinic acid; AMTPA; 1334546-76-7
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Amino-6-Methoxy-5-(Trifluoromethyl)Picolinicacid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your critical R&D and production processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are supplied 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.