Description

Methyl 4-Pyridylacetate Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile pyridine-containing intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecules for research and development. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical chemists and agrochemical researchers developing new active ingredients, as well as for academic institutions engaged in heterocyclic chemistry studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides where the pyridine moiety is a core structural feature.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological mechanisms.
• Academic & R&D: Fundamental building block in university and industrial research laboratories for exploring new heterocyclic compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Pyridylacetate Hydrochloride
CAS No.	70199-68-7
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2·HCl
Molecular Weight	187.62 g/mol (Free base: 151.16 g/mol)
Synonyms	Methyl (4-pyridinyl)acetate hydrochloride; 4-Pyridylacetic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl 4-pyridin-4-ylacetate hydrochloride; (4-Pyridyl)acetic acid methyl ester HCl; Methyl (pyridin-4-yl)acetate hydrochloride; p-Pyridylacetic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl 4-pyridylacetate HCl
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Pyridylacetate Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.