Description

4-Acetylpicolinic Acid is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its unique molecular structure, which combines a picolinic acid core with an acetyl functional group, making it a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Acetylpicolinic Acid
CAS No.	20857-22-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO3
Molecular Weight	165.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetylpyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-acetyl-; 4-Acetyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 4-Acetylpicolinate; 4-Acetyl-2-picolinic Acid; 4-Acetylpyridine-2-carboxylate; 4-Acetyl-2-carboxypyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Acetylpicolinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each 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 industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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