Description

2-Aminonicotinic Acid is a versatile organic compound and a key heterocyclic building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both an amino and a carboxylic acid group on a pyridine ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of nicotinic acid derivatives and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis, useful in industrial chemical processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional polymeric materials.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a synthon for fluorescent probes, enzyme inhibitors, and other tools used in life science research and diagnostics.
• Fine Chemical Production: A key intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a stable aminopyridine structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Aminonicotinic Acid
CAS No.	5345-47-1
Molecular Formula	C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	138.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Aminopyridine-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxy-2-aminopyridine; 2-Amino-3-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Amino-3-picolinic Acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 2-amino-; 2-Aminonicotinate; 6-Aminonicotinic Acid (tautomer); 2-Amino-3-carboxypyridine
EINECS	226-298-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Aminonicotinic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Sparingly soluble in water; soluble in dilute acids and bases

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