Description

2,6-Dichloro-4-Ethylnicotinic Acid is a high-purity, versatile nicotinic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridine core, which provides a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting the central nervous system or with anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyridine structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and organic electronic materials where the chlorinated pyridine unit modifies electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development, quality control, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A fundamental reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new heterocyclic compounds and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,6-Dichloro-4-Ethylnicotinic Acid
CAS No.	62774-91-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	220.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-2,6-dichloronicotinic acid; 2,6-Dichloro-4-ethylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-4-ethyl-2,6-dichloropyridine; 62774-91-8; 4-Ethyl-2,6-dichloro-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2,6-Dichloro-4-ethyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; Nicotinic acid, 2,6-dichloro-4-ethyl-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Dichloro-4-Ethylnicotinic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. Comprehensive testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure containers are clearly labeled.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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