Description

5-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable pyridine derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional structure, which provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks essential in modern pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those containing functionalized pyridine or dihydropyridine cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific heterocyclic motifs for bioactivity.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty chemicals, ligands for catalysis, and advanced materials due to its reactive carboxylic acid and ester functionalities.
• Academic & Contract Research: Serves as a valuable reagent in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	87762-31-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO5
Molecular Weight	211.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 6-Oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridinecarboxylate-5-carboxylate; 5-Carbethoxy-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(ethoxycarbonyl)-1,6-dihydro-6-oxo-; 5-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-6-oxo-1,6-dihydro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-Oxo-5-ethoxycarbonyl-1,6-dihydropyridine-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-6-Oxo-1,6-Dihydropyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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