Description

Methylpicolinate CAS NO 2059-07-6 is a versatile organic compound belonging to the pyridine carboxylate ester family. It serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and building block in the production of advanced pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of complex ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing specialty chemicals, dyes, and flavor & fragrance compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in various organic transformations, including amidation and hydrolysis reactions, to create more complex molecular structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylpicolinate
CAS No.	2059-07-6
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Picolinic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-pyridinecarboxylate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl pyridine-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbomethoxypyridine; Methyl α-pyridinecarboxylate; Methyl picolinate; 2-Picolinic acid methyl ester
EINECS	218-161-5

Quality Control

Our Methylpicolinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.