Description

Ethyl 2-Pyridylacetate is a versatile organic ester building block, valued for its pyridine and ester functionalities which make it a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in enabling the efficient production of complex molecules for the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fine chemicals, and novel crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing pyridine or nicotinic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the pyridyl moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and homogeneous catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to introduce the 2-pyridylacetate group into target molecules.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Pyridylacetate
CAS No.	7739-98-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-pyridinylacetate; 2-Pyridylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (pyridin-2-yl)acetate; NSC 401122; Ethyl Picolylacetate; α-Pyrid-2-yl-acetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-Pyridylacetate
EINECS	231-804-3

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Pyridylacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, purity assessment by GC or HPLC, and control of key impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, ensuring compliance with your internal specifications and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.498 - 1.502
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	1.090 - 1.110

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