Description

2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Chloro-, Ethyl Ester, Hydrochloride is a high-purity, synthetically valuable organic intermediate. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the development of advanced pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where its specific pyridine core structure is essential. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for synthesizing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in custom synthesis and the production of specialty chemicals for research and industrial applications.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating functional polymers and advanced materials with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Chloro-, Ethyl Ester, Hydrochloride
CAS No.	688753-53-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	222.07 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chloropicolinic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; Ethyl 4-Chloropicolinate Hydrochloride; 4-Chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; 4-Chloropicolinic Acid Ethyl Ester HCl; Ethyl 4-Chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylate Hydrochloride; 4-Chloro-2-(ethoxycarbonyl)pyridine Hydrochloride; 4-Chloropyridine-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 4-Chloro-, Ethyl Ester, Hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. All batches undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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