Description

4-Phenylpyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value heterocyclic building block and key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid group and a phenyl-substituted pyridine ring, enabling diverse chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, especially those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenylpyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	52565-56-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	199.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-phenyl-; 4-Phenylpicolinic Acid; 4-Phenyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-4-phenylpyridine; Phenylpicolinic Acid; 4-Phenylpyridine-2-carboxylate; 4-Phenyl-2-picolinic Acid; 4-Phenyl-2-carboxypyridine
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Quality Control

Our 4-Phenylpyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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