Description

4-Pyridineacetic Acid, 2-Amino-, Hydrochloride (1:2) is a high-purity, specialized organic salt of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic molecules, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with pyridine-based structures.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating agents and catalysts used in organic transformations.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Utilized in the modification of biomolecules for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Material Science: A building block for advanced polymers and organic electronic materials requiring functionalized pyridine units.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pyridineacetic Acid, 2-Amino-, Hydrochloride (1:2)
CAS No.	2177266-06-5
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2 • 2HCl
Molecular Weight	249.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-4-pyridineacetic acid dihydrochloride; (2-Amino-4-pyridinyl)acetic acid hydrochloride (1:2); 2-Aminoisonicotinic acid, acetic acid derivative hydrochloride; 4-Pyridineacetic acid, 2-amino-, hydrochloride (1:2); 2-Aminopyridine-4-acetic acid dihydrochloride; α-Amino-4-pyridineacetic acid dihydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 4-Pyridineacetic Acid, 2-Amino-, Hydrochloride (1:2) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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