Description

Methyl 3-Methylpyridine-2-Carboxylate Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of picolinic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive ester moiety and a stabilized hydrochloride salt form, which is essential for precise and efficient downstream reactions. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its pyridine core structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile building block for creating novel heterocyclic compounds and ligands in medicinal chemistry.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing: Employed in the production chain of specific APIs where the methyl ester hydrochloride group is integral to the final molecular structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the manufacture of various high-value, specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 3-Methylpyridine-2-Carboxylate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1373029-27-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10ClNO2
Molecular Weight	187.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Methylpicolinate Hydrochloride; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-methyl-, methyl ester, hydrochloride; 3-Methylpicolinic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl 3-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate hydrochloride; 3-Methyl-2-(methoxycarbonyl)pyridinium chloride
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Methylpyridine-2-Carboxylate Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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
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.