Description

Methyl 2-Chloro-3-Nitropyridine-4-Carboxylate is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its versatile reactivity, serving as a key precursor for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitropyridine core structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for exploring new chemical spaces and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial labs.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of functionalized ligands for catalysts or advanced organic materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific, high-purity nitropyridine derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Chloro-3-Nitropyridine-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1379302-09-6
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	216.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-chloro-3-nitropyridine-4-carboxylate; 4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-3-nitro-, methyl ester; 2-Chloro-3-nitroisonicotinic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-chloro-3-nitroisonicotinate; 2-Chloro-3-nitropyridine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-chloro-3-nitro-4-pyridinecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Chloro-3-Nitropyridine-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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