Description

Tetrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine-5-carboxylic acid is a high-value heterocyclic building block containing both tetrazole and pyridine functionalities. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical industries for creating new molecular entities with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its unique heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis in Catalysis: Serves as a starting material for creating novel nitrogen-containing ligands used in transition metal catalysis for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for producing specialty polymers with specific thermal or electronic properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for fundamental research in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine-5-carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7477-12-5
Molecular Formula	C7H4N4O2
Molecular Weight	176.13 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Tetrazolo[1,5-a]pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 1,2,3,4-Tetrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine-5-carboxylic Acid; Tetrazolopyridine-5-carboxylic Acid; 5-Carboxytetrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine; 7477-12-5; Tetrazolo(1,5-a)pyridine-5-carboxylic acid; 1H-Tetrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our Tetrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine-5-carboxylic acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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