Description

3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 1,6-Dihydro-1-Hydroxy-6-Oxo- (9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is needed by research chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), novel agrochemicals, and other fine chemical products where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific pyridine-based scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and heterocyclic compound synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: An intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 1,6-Dihydro-1-Hydroxy-6-Oxo- (9Ci)
CAS No.	677763-18-7
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO3
Molecular Weight	139.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-6-oxo-1,6-dihydropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 1-Hydroxy-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-Hydroxy-1-oxo-1,6-dihydropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-1-hydroxy-2-pyridone; 1-Hydroxy-2-pyridone-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxy-1-hydroxy-2(1H)-pyridinone; 1-Hydroxy-2(1H)-pyridone-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 1,6-Dihydro-1-Hydroxy-6-Oxo- (9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and hygroscopic; therefore, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere when not in use to prevent degradation and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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