Description

4-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique pyridine core with methyl and carboxylic acid substituents makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the pyridine moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complexation.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating polymers with specific electronic or coordination properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	4021-08-3
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Picolinic acid, 4-methyl-; 4-Methylpicolinic acid; 4-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-4-methylpyridine; 4-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; Lutidinic acid (isomer); 4-Methyl-2-picolinic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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