Description

5-(4-Carboxyphenyl)Nicotinic Acid is a high-purity, bifunctional organic compound featuring both a nicotinic acid and a benzoic acid moiety. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable and versatile pharmaceutical intermediate and research chemical for constructing complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for the synthesis of active ingredients and functional ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and metabolic disease research.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating complex chelating agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive core structure.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and polymers for electronic applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile starting material for organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of both carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and process development in contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Carboxyphenyl)Nicotinic Acid
CAS No.	597565-52-1
Molecular Formula	C13H9NO4
Molecular Weight	243.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Carboxyphenyl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(4-carboxyphenyl)-; 4'-(3-Carboxypyridin-5-yl)biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid; 5-(4-Carboxy-phenyl)-nicotinic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-dicarboxylic acid, 3'-carboxy-; 5-(4-Carboxyphenyl)nicotinate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 5-(4-Carboxyphenyl)Nicotinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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