Description

3-(1H-Imidazol-4-Yl)Picolinic Acid is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a picolinic acid moiety linked to an imidazole ring, creating a versatile bifunctional structure. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting enzyme inhibition or metal chelation pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Serves as a precursor for creating molecular probes to study biological processes involving metal ions or specific protein interactions.
• Ligand Synthesis: The carboxylic acid and imidazole nitrogen atoms make it a useful starting material for preparing chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or additive for creating functional polymers with specific electronic or binding properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1H-Imidazol-4-Yl)Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	774485-69-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)-; 3-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)picolinate; 3-(Imidazol-4-yl)picolinic acid; 4-(2-Carboxypyridin-3-yl)-1H-imidazole; Picolinic acid, 3-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)-
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Quality Control

Our 3-(1H-Imidazol-4-Yl)Picolinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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