Description

4-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 2-Chloro-6-Ethoxy- is a high-purity, multi-functional pyridine derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its unique halogenated and alkoxylated structure makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors, enabling the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for exploring new chemical entities and optimizing synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 2-Chloro-6-Ethoxy-
CAS No.	6291-10-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	201.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-6-ethoxynicotinic Acid; 2-Chloro-6-ethoxypyridine-4-carboxylic Acid; 6-Ethoxy-2-chloropyridine-4-carboxylic Acid; 2-Chloro-6-ethoxyisonicotinic Acid; 4-Carboxy-2-chloro-6-ethoxypyridine; 6291-10-7; 2-Chloro-6-ethoxy-4-pyridinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 2-Chloro-6-Ethoxy- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and provide comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all commercial quantities to support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

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 oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.