Description

3-Hydroxyselenolo[2,3-B]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a specialized organoselenium heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This high-value intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing novel pharmaceuticals and functional materials. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture and selenium incorporation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting oxidative stress or requiring selenium-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage selenium's biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in complex organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions and heterocycle construction, due to its reactive ester and hydroxyl functionalities.
• Materials Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or additive in the research of specialized polymers, conductive materials, or catalysts.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying selenium metabolism and redox biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxyselenolo[2,3-B]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	41323-15-3
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO3Se
Molecular Weight	270.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Hydroxyselenolo[2,3-b]pyridine-2-carboxylate; 3-Hydroxy-2-selenolo[2,3-b]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Carbethoxy-3-hydroxyselenolo[2,3-b]pyridine; Selenolo[2,3-b]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester; 41323-15-3; Ethyl 3-hydroxyselenopheno[2,3-b]pyridine-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxyselenolo[2,3-B]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥95% by HPLC), physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and may be hygroscopic; therefore, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Selenium Content	Theoretical ~29.2%

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