Description

Methyl 3-Pyridylacetate Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of nicotinic acid, serving as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a protected carboxylic acid functionality on the pyridine ring, enabling precise chemical transformations for complex molecule construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for neurological and cardiovascular targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, flavors, and fragrances.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and novel compound library synthesis in research laboratories.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Used to create molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Pyridylacetate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	69966-42-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2·HCl
Molecular Weight	187.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-pyridylacetate HCl; 3-Pyridineacetic acid, methyl ester, hydrochloride; Methyl (3-pyridyl)acetate hydrochloride; Methyl 3-pyridinylacetate hydrochloride; Methyl nicotinylacetate hydrochloride; Methyl β-(3-pyridyl)acetate hydrochloride; 3-Pyridylacetic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl ester of 3-pyridylacetic acid hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Pyridylacetate Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.