Description

5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-4,6-Dimethylpyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile and high-purity pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides multiple reactive sites for constructing complex heterocyclic molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional organic materials, including dyes and electronic chemicals.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical production.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and heterocyclic chemistry in research institutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-4,6-Dimethylpyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	339366-43-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8BrNO3
Molecular Weight	246.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxy-5-bromo-2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethylpyridine; 5-Bromo-4,6-dimethyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethylnicotinic acid; 5-Bromo-4,6-dimethyl-2-hydroxynicotinic acid; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxypicolinic acid derivative; 339366-43-7; 5-Br-2-OH-4,6-diMe-Py-3-COOH
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxy-4,6-Dimethylpyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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