Description

4-Ethoxy-Nicotinic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized pyridine structure, which serves as a versatile building block for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors, where precise molecular construction is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile synthon for academic and industrial R&D exploring new heterocyclic compounds and reaction methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxy-Nicotinic Acid
CAS No.	53623-62-4
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethoxypyridine-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Carboxy-4-ethoxypyridine; Nicotinic Acid, 4-ethoxy-; 4-Ethoxy-3-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 4-Ethoxy-pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Ethoxynicotinic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxy-Nicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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.