Description

4-Ethyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid, Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of picolinic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized pyridine scaffold with both carboxylic acid and amine salt functionalities, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: Versatile starting material for organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of the ethyl-pyridine moiety into complex molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid, Hydrochloride
CAS No.	79415-18-2
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2 • HCl
Molecular Weight	187.62 g/mol (Free base: 151.16 g/mol)
Synonyms	4-Ethylpicolinic acid hydrochloride; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-ethyl-, hydrochloride; 4-Ethyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride; 4-Ethylpicolinic acid HCl; Picolinic acid, 4-ethyl-, hydrochloride; 79415-18-2; 4-Ethyl-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid HCl salt
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Quality Control

Our 4-Ethyl-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid, Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include results from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic and chromatographic methods, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices.

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 sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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