Description

4-(4-Pyridyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzoic acid moiety linked to a pyridine ring. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is particularly sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating ligands, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create chelating ligands for catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Material Science: Building block for constructing advanced materials such as Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and organic semiconductors.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both carboxylic acid and heterocyclic functionalities.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in research laboratories for methodological development and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Pyridyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	2163772-19-6
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO2
Molecular Weight	199.21 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(4-Pyridinyl)phenyl]methanoic acid; 4-Pyridin-4-ylbenzoic acid; 4-(Pyridin-4-yl)benzoic acid; 4-Carboxy-4'-pyridylbiphenyl; p-Pyridylbenzoic Acid; 4-Pyridylbenzoic Acid; P-Pyridinebenzoic Acid; BPDCA (4-Biphenyl dicarboxylic acid analog)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(4-Pyridyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

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 incompatible materials such as strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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