Description

1(4H)-Pyridinepentanoic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-4-Oxo- (9Ci) is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic carboxylic acid building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its unique molecular scaffold, which is integral to the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require a functionalized pyridine core.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating chelating ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry within R&D laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive for developing polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1(4H)-Pyridinepentanoic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-4-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	480436-59-7
Molecular Formula	C11H15NO4
Molecular Weight	225.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-oxo-1(4H)-pyridinepentanoic acid; 4-Oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-3-carboxylic acid derivative; 3-Carboxyethyl-3-hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyridone; 5-(3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-oxo-4H-pyridin-1-yl)pentanoic acid; 1(4H)-Pyridinepentanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-4-oxo-; 480436-59-7; 3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-5-pentanoic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1(4H)-Pyridinepentanoic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-4-Oxo- (9Ci) is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.