Description

Dimethyl 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Malonate is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring a nitropyridine core esterified with a malonate group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in the preparation of complex heterocyclic systems and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for developing novel compounds with targeted biological or functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing functionalized pyridine or quinoline scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific nitropyridine motifs for activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing heterocyclic compounds, ligands for catalysis, and other fine chemicals via its reactive ester and nitro groups.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Malonate
CAS No.	68719-87-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₀N₂O₆
Molecular Weight	266.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl (5-nitro-2-pyridinyl)propanedioate; 2-Pyridinepropanoic acid, 5-nitro-, 1,3-dimethyl ester; Propanedioic acid, 2-(5-nitro-2-pyridinyl)-, dimethyl ester; Dimethyl 2-(5-nitro-2-pyridyl)malonate; 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)malonic acid dimethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Malonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each 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) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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