Description

5,6-Dimethyl-2-Oxo-1,2-Dihydro-Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridone core, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural properties for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials requiring a specific pyridone motif.
• Research & Development: Essential compound in medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and route scouting.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in creating chelating ligands or organocatalysts due to its carboxylic acid and carbonyl functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dimethyl-2-Oxo-1,2-Dihydro-Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	51727-05-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,2-dihydro-5,6-dimethyl-2-oxo-; 5,6-Dimethyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 5,6-Dimethyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydro-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Hydroxy-5,6-dimethylnicotinic acid; 5,6-Dimethyl-2-hydroxynicotinic acid; 1,2-Dihydro-5,6-dimethyl-2-oxo-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dimethyl-2-Oxo-1,2-Dihydro-Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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