Description

Methyl-6-Chloro-5-Nitronicotinate CAS NO 59237-53-5 is a high-purity, versatile nitropyridine derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive nitro and chloro substituents, which enable precise functionalization for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drug candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-6-Chloro-5-Nitronicotinate
CAS No.	59237-53-5
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	216.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-chloro-5-nitronicotinate; 6-Chloro-5-nitronicotinic acid methyl ester; 5-Nitro-6-chloronicotinic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-chloro-5-nitro-3-pyridinecarboxylate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-chloro-5-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 6-chloro-5-nitropyridine-3-carboxylate; 59237-53-5; 6-Chloro-5-nitro-nicotinic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl-6-Chloro-5-Nitronicotinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging during storage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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