Description

2-Pyridinecarboxylicacid,6-Ethyl-(9Ci) is a specialized pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex agrochemicals. Industries such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and fine chemical production rely on this high-purity intermediate for creating novel compounds with specific biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the pyridine core provides specific bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for research and industrial applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pyridinecarboxylicacid,6-Ethyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	4080-48-2
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Ethylpicolinic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-ethylpyridine; 6-Ethyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-Ethylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-ethyl-; 6-Ethylpicolinate; 6-Ethyl-2-picolinic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-ethylpyridine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridinecarboxylicacid,6-Ethyl-(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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