Description

2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Amino-3,6-Dichloro-, Monopotassium Salt is a high-purity, organometallic salt derivative of a substituted picolinic acid, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and active ingredient in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its unique halogenated pyridine structure, which provides specific reactivity and chelating properties essential for developing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications ranging from novel drug synthesis to the creation of high-performance ligands and catalysts.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and developing functional materials.
• Coordination Chemistry: Employed in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or other coordination polymers for material science applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Amino-3,6-Dichloro-, Monopotassium Salt
CAS No.	566191-87-5
Molecular Formula	C6H3Cl2KN2O2
Molecular Weight	245.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amino-3,6-dichloropicolinic acid potassium salt; Potassium 4-amino-3,6-dichloropyridine-2-carboxylate; 3,6-Dichloro-4-aminopicolinic acid monopotassium salt; 4-Amino-3,6-dichloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid potassium salt; 4-Amino-3,6-dichloropicolinate potassium; Monopotassium 4-amino-3,6-dichloropicolinate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Amino-3,6-Dichloro-, Monopotassium Salt adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting customer specifications and consistent batch-to-batch reliability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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