Description

6-Formyl-2-Pyridine Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile and high-value pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and an ester group on the pyridine ring, makes it an essential precursor for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing pyridine-based pharmacophores for neurological and oncological targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing sophisticated chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other functional polymers due to its electron-accepting pyridine core.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop fluorescent tags and molecular probes for studying biological processes.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Formyl-2-Pyridine Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	69950-65-8
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-formylpicolinate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-formyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 6-formyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate; 6-Formylpicolinic acid methyl ester; 6-Carbomethoxy-2-pyridinecarboxaldehyde; Picolinic acid, 6-formyl-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Formyl-2-Pyridine Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee reliable and reproducible performance in your processes.

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 compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.