Description

tert-Butyl Pyridine-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity chemical intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing pyridine or nicotinic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the pyridine moiety is a critical functional group.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Fine Chemical and Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced organic materials, liquid crystals, and functional polymers.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl Pyridine-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	79233-72-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Picolinic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 2-pyridinecarboxylate; 2-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)pyridine; Pyridine-2-carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; Picolinic acid tert-butyl ester; t-Butyl picolinate; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl Pyridine-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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