Description

3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a vital heterocyclic carboxylic acid that serves as a key building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its pyridine core and carboxylic acid functionality make it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific biological activities. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including vasodilators and anti-tuberculosis agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a chelating ligand for metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic assays.
• Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	495-19-2
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO2
Molecular Weight	123.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Nicotinic Acid; Niacin; Vitamin B3; Pyridine-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxypyridine; Pellagra-Preventing Factor; PP Factor; Vitamin PP
EINECS	207-838-0

Quality Control

Our 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, loss on drying, and residue on ignition. Specifications can meet various standards, including USP, EP, and FCC grades for pharmaceutical and nutritional applications.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Melting Point	234 - 237 °C

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