Description

5-Bromo-3-Cyanopicolinic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogen and nitrile functionality.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-3-Cyanopicolinic Acid
CAS No.	1346533-87-6
Molecular Formula	C7H3BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	227.02 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-3-cyanopyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-bromo-3-cyano-; 5-Bromo-3-cyano-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-3-cyanopicolinate; 1346533-87-6; 5-Br-3-CN-picolinic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-3-Cyanopicolinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its acidic nature, keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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