Description

2-Amino-5-Bromo-4-Methylnicotinic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized nicotinic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique halogenated and aminated pyridine structure, which enables precise molecular modifications for creating novel compounds. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for targeted therapies and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital raw material for CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) producing bespoke compounds for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Bromo-4-Methylnicotinic Acid
CAS No.	782393-76-4
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	231.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-4-methyl-2-aminonicotinic acid; 2-Amino-5-bromo-4-picolinic acid; 4-Methyl-5-bromo-2-aminonicotinic acid; 5-Bromo-2-amino-4-methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 782393-76-4; 2-Amino-5-bromo-4-methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Amino-5-Bromo-4-Methylnicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC and NMR analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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 tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.