Description

3-Pyridinecarboximidic Acid, Ethyl Ester is a versatile pyridine derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its imidic acid ester functionality makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This high-purity compound is essential for research and development chemists, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system (CNS) and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry Research: Fundamental building block for constructing complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles like pyridines, pyrimidines, and fused ring systems in academic and industrial R&D.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific pyridine-based architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarboximidic Acid, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	53292-65-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O
Molecular Weight	150.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Pyridinecarboximidate; Ethyl Nicotinimidate; 3-Cyanoethyl Pyridine; Nicotinimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; Pyridine-3-carboximidic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Pyridinecarbonimidic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-(Ethoxyiminomethyl)pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 3-Pyridinecarboximidic Acid, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, residual solvent analysis, and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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