Description

4-[(Pyridin-4-Ylmethyl)-Amino]-Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical research and manufacturing. Its molecular architecture, featuring both a benzoic acid and an aminopyridine moiety, makes it a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecules. This product is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, agrochemical synthesis, and the creation of functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic amine functionalities.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalyst design for industrial processes.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the research and production of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Material Science: A building block for synthesizing monomers or additives used in advanced polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and custom synthesis projects in academic and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(Pyridin-4-Ylmethyl)-Amino]-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	5966-20-1
Molecular Formula	C13H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	228.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Pyridylmethyl)amino]benzoic acid; 4-[(Pyridin-4-ylmethyl)amino]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[(4-pyridinylmethyl)amino]-; 4-(Pyridin-4-ylmethylamino)benzoic acid; 4-(4-Pyridylmethylamino)benzoic acid; 4-(Aminomethylpyridin-4-yl)benzoic acid; PABA pyridylmethyl derivative
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Quality Control

Our 4-[(Pyridin-4-Ylmethyl)-Amino]-Benzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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