Description

3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 6-Chloro-4-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable pyridine derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers or organic electronic materials due to its modifiable pyridine core.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in academic and commercial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 6-Chloro-4-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	84332-02-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO3
Molecular Weight	201.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 6-chloro-4-methoxynicotinate; 6-Chloro-4-methoxynicotinic acid methyl ester; 4-Methoxy-6-chloronicotinic acid methyl ester; Nicotinic acid, 6-chloro-4-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-methoxy-6-chloropyridine-3-carboxylate; 3-Carbomethoxy-6-chloro-4-methoxypyridine
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 6-Chloro-4-Methoxy-, Methyl Ester adheres to strict in-process controls and final batch analysis. Quality is assured through modern analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to meet the exacting standards required for GMP-grade intermediates and research chemicals. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines

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