Description

5-(3-Hydroxybutyl)-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a versatile pyridine derivative with a functionalized side chain, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its bifunctional nature, combining a carboxylic acid group with a hydroxyl group on an alkyl chain, enabling diverse chemical modifications. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators due to its modifiable pyridine core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and advanced polymeric materials.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group facilitates coupling reactions for labeling and modifying biomolecules in biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Hydroxybutyl)-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	26108-30-5
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO3
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(3-hydroxybutyl)-; 5-(3-Hydroxybutyl)picolinic Acid; 5-(3-Hydroxybutyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 3-Hydroxybutyl-5-picolinic Acid; 5-(3-Hydroxybutyl)-2-carboxypyridine; 26108-30-5; Picolinic acid, 5-(3-hydroxybutyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 5-(3-Hydroxybutyl)-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability.

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). As a compound with functional groups sensitive to moisture and oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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