Description

5-Bromonicotinic Acid is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block essential for modern organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its ability to introduce both a bromine atom and a carboxylic acid functional group into complex molecular architectures, enabling precise structural modifications. This high-purity intermediate is critically needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or linker in bioconjugation and the development of biochemical tools.
• Custom Synthesis: A fundamental building block for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) performing bespoke chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromonicotinic Acid
CAS No.	20826-04-4
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrNO2
Molecular Weight	202.01 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-5-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; Nicotinic acid, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromopyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-5-bromopyridine; 5-Bromo nicotinic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromonicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	248°C - 252°C
Loss on Drying	≤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.