Description

Dimethyl 4-Methylpyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its rigid, symmetrical structure which serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new molecular entities and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing pyridine and bipyridine cores.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Development: Serves as a building block for creating novel pesticides and herbicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for organic synthesis and method development in academic and industrial labs.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to synthesize model compounds for studying metal-ligand interactions and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 4-Methylpyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	4566-82-9
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO4
Molecular Weight	209.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, 4-methyl-, dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 4-methyl-2,6-pyridinedicarboxylate; 4-Methyl-2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester; 2,6-Dimethoxycarbonyl-4-methylpyridine; 4-Methylpyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 4-methylpyridine-2,6-dicarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 4-Methylpyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.