Description

tert-Butyl 3-(6-methoxypyridin-3-yl)propanoate is a high-purity organic building block and ester derivative of 6-methoxynicotinic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and life sciences industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to the bioactive pyridine moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials requiring specific functional group integration.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 3-(6-methoxypyridin-3-yl)propanoate
CAS No.	1956331-27-3
Molecular Formula	C13H19NO3
Molecular Weight	237.29 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(6-Methoxypyridin-3-yl)propanoic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 3-(6-methoxy-3-pyridyl)propionate; 3-(6-Methoxy-3-pyridinyl)propanoic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; Propanoic acid, 3-(6-methoxy-3-pyridinyl)-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 6-Methoxynicotinic acid tert-butyl ester propanoate derivative
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 3-(6-methoxypyridin-3-yl)propanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements, including ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain optimal purity and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤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.