Description

5-Methylpicolinic Acid is a versatile pyridine derivative and a key organic building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for developing high-value compounds across several technology-driven industries. This product is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a foundational structure for creating novel ligands used in transition metal catalysis for fine chemical manufacturing.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard reagent and building block in medicinal chemistry and material science research programs.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating agent for metal ions, useful in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methylpicolinic Acid
CAS No.	4434-13-3
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Picolinic Acid, 5-Methyl-; 5-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 5-Methylpicolinate; 5-Methyl-2-carboxypyridine; 2-Carboxy-5-methylpyridine; NSC 404058
EINECS	224-645-4

Quality Control

Our 5-Methylpicolinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' regulatory and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.