Description

5-(1-Aminoethyl)3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity pyridine derivative and a versatile chiral building block for advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an amino and an ester group on a pyridine core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the pyridine moiety for biological activity.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty materials requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(1-Aminoethyl)3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	38940-68-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-(1-aminoethyl)nicotinate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(1-aminoethyl)-, methyl ester; 5-(1-Aminoethyl)nicotinic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-(α-aminoethyl)nicotinate; (R/S)-Methyl 5-(1-aminoethyl)nicotinate; 38940-68-0; 5-(Aminoethyl)-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(1-Aminoethyl)3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral analysis, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided and 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if necessary to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.