Description

6-(Aminomethyl)Picolinic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, versatile organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate. Its core value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a picolinic acid moiety and a primary amine group, which makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing new active ingredients and fine-tuning molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry programs targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create chelating agents and ligands for metal catalysis in organic synthesis and industrial chemical processes.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Peptidomimetics & Bio-conjugation: The amine and carboxylic acid functionalities allow for incorporation into peptide analogs and for creating bioconjugates in diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linker for advanced polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(Aminomethyl)Picolinic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1610028-43-7
Molecular Formula	C7H9N2O2 • HCl
Molecular Weight	204.62 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Aminomethyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; 2-Picolinic acid, 6-(aminomethyl)-, hydrochloride; (6-Aminomethyl-pyridin-2-yl)-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; 6-(Aminomethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 2-Carboxy-6-(aminomethyl)pyridine hydrochloride; 6-Carbamoylmethylpicolinic acid hydrochloride (common name variant); AM-Pic-OH • HCl
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Quality Control

Our 6-(Aminomethyl)Picolinic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and tests for residual solvents and heavy metals, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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