Description

2,6-Dimethoxy-5-Nitropyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique substitution pattern, which makes it an essential precursor for developing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), specialty agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in heterocyclic chemistry targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitropyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and dyes due to its electron-withdrawing nitro and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP conditions.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Used extensively in research laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethoxy-5-Nitropyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	685879-38-3
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O6
Molecular Weight	228.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2,6-dimethoxynicotinic Acid; 3-Carboxy-2,6-dimethoxy-5-nitropyridine; 2,6-Dimethoxy-5-nitropyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 5-Nitro-2,6-dimethoxypyridine-3-carboxylic acid; Nitropyridine carboxylic acid derivative; Pyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 2,6-dimethoxy-5-nitro-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Dimethoxy-5-Nitropyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.