Description

Methyl 6-Nitropyridine-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile nitropyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized pyridine core with orthogonal reactive sites—the nitro group and the ester moiety—enabling precise chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and complex heterocyclic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitropyridine scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized pyridine-based ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring novel heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific nitropyridine structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 6-Nitropyridine-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	26218-74-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O4
Molecular Weight	182.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-nitro-2-pyridinecarboxylate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 6-nitropicolinate; 6-Nitropicolinic acid methyl ester; 2-Methoxycarbonyl-6-nitropyridine; Methyl 2-pyridinecarboxylate, 6-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 6-Nitropyridine-2-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.