Description

Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Methoxypyridine-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides multiple reactive sites for constructing complex heterocyclic systems essential in modern chemistry. This intermediate is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for creating functionalized ligands, organic semiconductors, and other specialty materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Custom Synthesis: A starting material for contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) producing bespoke compounds for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Methoxypyridine-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	42521-10-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	201.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-chloro-6-methoxynicotinate; 2-Chloro-6-methoxypyridine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-6-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-chloro-6-methoxyisonicotinate; 2-Chloro-6-methoxyisonicotinic acid methyl ester; 42521-10-8; Methyl 2-chloro-6-methoxypyridine-4-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Chloro-6-Methoxypyridine-4-Carboxylate 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. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from strong bases 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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