Description

2-[4-(tert-Butyl)Phenoxy]Nicotinic Acid is a high-purity organic compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and critical building block for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating new molecular entities with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenoxy-nicotinic acid hybrid structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry for the preparation of specialized ligands used in catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating novel polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[4-(tert-Butyl)Phenoxy]Nicotinic Acid
CAS No.	54659-69-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₇NO₃
Molecular Weight	271.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)]pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; Nicotinic acid, 2-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy]-; 2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)nicotinic acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy]-; 2-(p-tert-Butylphenoxy)nicotinic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-[4-(tert-Butyl)Phenoxy]Nicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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%

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