Description

Amino-Pyridin-2-Yl-Acetic Acid is a versatile pyridine-based carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an amino group and a carboxylic acid moiety on a pyridine scaffold, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-infectives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyridine ring's bioactivity.
• Ligand for Metal Catalysis: Serves as a chelating ligand in transition metal catalysis for various cross-coupling and asymmetric synthesis reactions.
• Research Chemical: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: A building block for functional polymers and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system and reactive sites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Amino-Pyridin-2-Yl-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	62451-88-1
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Aminomethyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; (2-Pyridyl)glycine; 2-Amino-2-(2-pyridyl)acetic acid; α-Amino-2-pyridineacetic acid; 2-Pyridylglycine; 2-(2-Pyridyl)glycine; Amino(2-pyridyl)acetic acid; 2-Carboxy-2-aminoethylpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Amino-Pyridin-2-Yl-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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