Description

2-Amino-6-Chloropyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an amino and a carboxylic acid group on a chlorinated pyridine core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its pyridine-based structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-6-Chloropyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6313-55-9
Molecular Formula	C6H5ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	172.57 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2-aminopyridine-4-carboxylic acid; 2-Amino-6-chloroisonicotinic acid; 4-Carboxy-6-chloro-2-aminopyridine; 6-Chloro-2-pyridinamine-4-carboxylic acid; 2-Amino-6-chloro-4-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-Chloro-2-aminoisonicotinic acid; 4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-amino-6-chloro-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-6-Chloropyridine-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project 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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.