Description

5-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile pyridine derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound is valued for its bifunctional structure, containing both a protected carboxylic acid group and a reactive hydroxymethyl moiety, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of functional polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	38940-64-6
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO3
Molecular Weight	181.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-(1-Hydroxyethyl)nicotinate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(1-hydroxyethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-(α-hydroxyethyl)nicotinate; 5-(1-Hydroxyethyl)nicotinic acid methyl ester; 5-(Hydroxymethyl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester (related isomer); Nicotinic acid derivative, 5-(1-hydroxyethyl)- methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.