Description

5-(4-Nitrophenyl)-Picolinic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a picolinic acid core substituted with a nitrophenyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and advanced material scientists for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive for creating specialty polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring new organic reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Nitrophenyl)-Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	87789-78-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	244.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Nitrophenyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-(4-nitrophenyl)-; Picolinic acid, 5-(4-nitrophenyl)-; 5-(p-Nitrophenyl)picolinic acid; 4-Nitro-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid (related); 5-(4-Nitro-phenyl)-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-(4-Nitrophenyl)-Picolinic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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