Description

3-Hydroxypicolinic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, containing both a carboxylic acid and a hydroxyl group on a pyridine ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules. This compound is particularly sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and production purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Ligand in Metal Complexation: Acts as a chelating agent for metal ions, finding applications in catalysis, material science, and analytical chemistry.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific heterocyclic architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxypicolinic Acid
CAS No.	874-24-8
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO3
Molecular Weight	139.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 3-Hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxypyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 3-HPA; 3-Hydroxypicolinate; 3-Hydroxy-2-picolinic Acid; 3-Hydroxypicolinsäure (German)
EINECS	212-849-2

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxypicolinic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and residual solvents. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates, including those under cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical development.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.