Description

(2-Amino-Pyridin-3-Yl)-Acetic Acid is a versatile pyridine derivative and a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring both an amino group and a carboxylic acid moiety on the pyridine ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and heterocyclic compound research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific heterocyclic architectures.
• Bioconjugation and Linker Chemistry: The reactive functional groups enable its use in creating chemical linkers for bioconjugation and material science applications.
• Academic and R&D: A fundamental reagent in university and corporate research laboratories for methodological development and discovery chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Amino-Pyridin-3-Yl)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	61494-61-9
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-3-pyridineacetic Acid; 3-Pyridineacetic acid, 2-amino-; (2-Aminopyridin-3-yl)acetic Acid; 2-Amino-3-pyridylacetic Acid; 2-Aminonicotinic Acid Ethyl Ester (precursor related); 3-Carboxymethyl-2-aminopyridine; 2-Amino-3-(carboxymethyl)pyridine; 61494-61-9
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Quality Control

Our (2-Amino-Pyridin-3-Yl)-Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive 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 full traceability are provided for all shipments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.