Description

(4-Oxo-4H-Pyridin-1-Yl)Acetic Acid is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive pyridone moiety and a carboxylic acid group, enabling its use in the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as medicinal chemistry and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, including polymers and liquid crystals with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study biological processes and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Oxo-4H-Pyridin-1-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	45965-36-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight	153.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Carboxymethyl-4-pyridone; 2-(4-Oxo-4H-pyridin-1-yl)acetic acid; 1-(Carboxymethyl)-4(1H)-pyridinone; 4-Oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-1-acetic acid; 1-Acetic acid-4-pyridone; (4-Oxo-1,4-dihydropyridin-1-yl)acetic acid; N-Carboxymethyl-4-pyridone
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Quality Control

Our (4-Oxo-4H-Pyridin-1-Yl)Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), related substances, and residual solvents are provided and available upon request 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 strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment.

Specification

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