Description

(2-Pyridinyloxy)Acetic Acid is a versatile pyridine derivative organic compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective reactivity in constructing more complex molecules. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing heterocyclic compounds and complex organic architectures.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of novel polymers, coatings, or functionalized surfaces with specific properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Pyridinyloxy)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	58530-50-0
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight	153.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridyloxyacetic Acid; (Pyridin-2-yloxy)acetic Acid; O-(2-Pyridyl)glycolic Acid; Acetic acid, (2-pyridinyloxy)-; 2-(Pyridyloxy)acetic Acid; α-((2-Pyridyl)oxy)acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Pyridinyloxy)Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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