Description

4-(Pyridin-2-Ylmethoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound featuring a benzoic acid core linked to a pyridine moiety via an ether bridge, making it a valuable bifunctional building block. This structural motif is critical for synthesizing advanced pharmaceutical intermediates and functional materials where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly for targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators requiring specific molecular recognition.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complexing agents and catalysts in metal-organic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying enzyme interactions and biological pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for exploratory organic synthesis and method development in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Pyridin-2-Ylmethoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	50596-36-6
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO3
Molecular Weight	229.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(Pyridin-2-yl)methoxy]benzoic acid; 2-Pyridinemethanol, 4-benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-[(2-pyridinyl)methoxy]-; 4-(2-Pyridylmethoxy)benzoic acid; 4-(Pyrid-2-ylmethoxy)benzoic acid; 4-(2-Pyridinylmethoxy)benzoic acid; 4-(Pyridin-2-yloxy)benzoic acid (related); p-(2-Pyridylmethoxy)benzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Pyridin-2-Ylmethoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity standards for research and cGMP-compliant production environments.

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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. 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%
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.