Description

4-Phenylpyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional organic building block characterized by its rigid, planar structure and two carboxylic acid functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials and complex organic molecules, offering precise control over molecular architecture. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel ligands, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create sophisticated chelating ligands for catalysis and metal ion coordination in both industrial and academic research.
• Material Science: Acts as a key organic linker in the construction of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers for gas storage, separation, and sensing applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its aromatic and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile platform for synthesizing a wide range of complex polyfunctionalized pyridine derivatives.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reagent in analytical method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenylpyridine-2,6-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	83463-12-1
Molecular Formula	C13H9NO4
Molecular Weight	243.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, 4-phenyl-; 4-Phenyl-2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic acid; 4-Phenylpyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid; 2,6-Dicarboxy-4-phenylpyridine; 4-Phenyl-2,6-dicarboxypyridine; 4-Phenylpyridine-α,α'-dicarboxylic acid; 4-Phenyl-2,6-pyridinedicarboxylate; 4-Phenyl-2,6-dicarboxylic acid pyridine
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Every batch is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are available upon request. We adhere to strict in-house quality protocols suitable for research and development applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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