Description

7-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity heterocyclic carboxylic acid building block, essential for advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. Its unique imidazopyridine core structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with potential therapeutic applications. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Serves as a precursor for designing molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors for target validation studies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the development of advanced organic electronic materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	80353-94-2
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-7-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine; 7-Methyl-1H-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 80353-94-2; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 7-methyl-; 7-Methylimidazo(1,2-a)pyridine-2-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 7-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening 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	≤ 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.