Description

1-Ethyl-4-Oxo-Pyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity pyridine derivative with a unique dicarboxylic acid functionalization. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a chelating agent or a core structure for creating novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysts.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for electron-transport materials and organic semiconductors in OLED and photovoltaic research.
• Complex Molecule Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and natural product analogs.
• Chemical Research Standard: Used as a reference standard or a starting material in analytical chemistry and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-4-Oxo-Pyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6317-46-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO5
Molecular Weight	211.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; 2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, 1-ethyl-1,4-dihydro-4-oxo-; 1-Ethyl-4-oxopyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; 1-Ethyl-4-pyridone-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; 4-Oxo-1-ethyl-1,4-dihydro-2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic acid; Ethyl-4-oxo-pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-4-Oxo-Pyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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