Description

5-Methylamino-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, combining a carboxylic acid group with a methylamino-substituted pyridine ring, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral drug research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the pyridine core provides essential bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors and functional polymers due to its electron-donating and coordinating properties.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital component for custom synthesis houses serving the fine chemical and life science industries.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methylamino-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1499706-39-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	166.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Methylamino)picolinic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(methylamino)-; 5-Methylaminopicolinic acid; 5-(Methylamino)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 5-Methylamino-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 5-(Methylamino)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Methylaminopyridine-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methylamino-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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