Description

2-Amino-4,6-Dimethyl-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, functionalized pyridine derivative offered as a hydrochloride salt to enhance stability and handling. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile organic building block for the synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-4,6-Dimethyl-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	52834-01-2
Molecular Formula	C8H11N2O2·HCl
Molecular Weight	202.64 g/mol (Free base: 166.19 g/mol)
Synonyms	2-Amino-4,6-dimethylnicotinic acid hydrochloride; 3-Carboxy-2-amino-4,6-dimethylpyridine hydrochloride; 4,6-Dimethyl-2-aminonicotinic acid HCl; 2-Amino-4,6-dimethylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; 2-Amino-4,6-lutidine-3-carboxylic acid hydrochloride; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-amino-4,6-dimethyl-, hydrochloride (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4,6-Dimethyl-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting compliance in GMP-aligned applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation.

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	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%

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