Description

4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylpicolinic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized picolinic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique halogenated and dimethylated structure makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially in medicinal chemistry research targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its picolinate core.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination, to introduce the chlorodimethylpyridine moiety into more complex structures.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers due to its aromatic and modifiable acid group.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylpicolinic Acid
CAS No.	447461-22-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylpyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 3,5-Dimethyl-4-chloropicolinic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-chloro-3,5-dimethyl-; 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 4-Chloro-3,5-lutidinic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-3,5-Dimethylpicolinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to reliable supply and batch-to-batch consistency meets the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

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	< 20 ppm

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