Description

Ethyl 4-Chloro-5-Methoxypicolinate is a high-purity, versatile chemical intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized picolinate structure, which serves as a critical building block for the development of complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug discovery programs targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced crop protection agents, including herbicides and fungicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers due to its modifiable heterocyclic core.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable building block for custom synthesis houses and CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Chloro-5-Methoxypicolinate
CAS No.	40473-02-7
Molecular Formula	C9H10ClNO3
Molecular Weight	215.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-chloro-5-methoxypyridine-2-carboxylate; 4-Chloro-5-methoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; 5-Methoxy-4-chloropicolinic acid ethyl ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-chloro-5-methoxy-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-chloro-5-methoxypicolate; 40473-02-7; 4-Chloro-5-methoxypicolinic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Chloro-5-Methoxypicolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.