Description

6-Methyl-5-Nitronicotinic Acid is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its nitronic acid functional group. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for building novel molecular scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for developing new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitronic acid moiety for creating bioactive compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile precursor in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex organic molecules.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new chemical reactions and pathways involving functionalized pyridine derivatives.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for introducing the nitronic acid functional group into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-5-Nitronicotinic Acid
CAS No.	1523570-93-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O4
Molecular Weight	182.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-6-methylnicotinic acid; 6-Methyl-5-nitropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-methyl-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-6-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 1523570-93-5; 6-Methyl-5-nitro-nicotinic acid; 5-Nitro-6-methyl-pyridine-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-5-Nitronicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which are aligned with industry standards for advanced intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee product integrity for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a 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	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Single Maximum Impurity	≤ 0.5%

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