Description

4,6-Dichloro-2-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable nicotinic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with nicotinamide or pyridine-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with specific activity profiles.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for method development and creating novel chemical libraries for screening.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, dyes, and complex organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dichloro-2-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	686279-09-4
Molecular Formula	C9H9Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	234.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4,6-dichloro-2-methylnicotinate; 4,6-Dichloro-2-methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Methyl-4,6-dichloronicotinic acid ethyl ester; 686279-09-4; Ethyl 4,6-dichloro-2-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylate; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4,6-dichloro-2-methyl-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4,6-Dichloro-2-Methyl-Nicotinic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch testing to ensure high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We maintain a quality management system aligned with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring traceability and reliability for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. The container should be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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