Description

2-Chloro-5-Nitronicotinic Acid is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for nicotinic acid derivative-based therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and pesticides.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile building block for heterocyclic chemistry, enabling the creation of complex molecular libraries for screening.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for preparing complex ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Nitronicotinic Acid
CAS No.	42959-38-6
Molecular Formula	C6H3ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	202.55 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-chloropyridine-3-carboxylic Acid; 2-Chloro-5-nitropyridine-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxy-2-chloro-5-nitropyridine; 2-Chloro-5-nitro-3-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Chloro-5-nitro-nicotinic Acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-5-nitro-; 2-Chloro-5-nitronicotinic acid; 2-Chloro-5-nitro-3-pyridinylcarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5-Nitronicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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	≤ 20 ppm

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