Description

4-Amino-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a carboxylic acid group on the pyridine ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical manufacturers for applications in drug discovery, agrochemical development, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for kinase inhibitors and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Monomer for synthesizing functional polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a scaffold for developing molecular probes and diagnostic agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research compound for exploring new synthetic methodologies and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7418-65-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	138.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxy-4-aminopyridine; 4-Aminonicotinic Acid; 4-Aminopyridine-3-carboxylic Acid; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-amino-; Vitamin B6 related compound; 4-Amino-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 4-Amino-3-picolinic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR for identification, and loss on drying for moisture content, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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
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.