Description

2-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydro-[3,4'-Bipyridine]-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bipyridine core structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating complex molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and pesticides due to its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for electron-transport materials in OLEDs and other optoelectronic devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Coordination Chemistry: The carboxylic acid and nitrogen atoms provide sites for metal coordination, useful in creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydro-[3,4'-Bipyridine]-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	80047-38-7
Molecular Formula	C12H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	230.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-2-methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-3,4'-bipyridine; 2-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-3,4'-bipyridine-5-carboxylic acid; 1,6-Dihydro-2-methyl-6-oxo-[3,4'-bipyridine]-5-carboxylic acid; [3,4'-Bipyridine]-5-carboxylic acid, 1,6-dihydro-2-methyl-6-oxo-; 80047-38-7; 2-Methyl-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-3,4'-dipyridine-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methyl-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydro-[3,4'-Bipyridine]-5-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis workflows. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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