Description

2-Methylpyridine-3,5-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile pyridine dicarboxylic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where its specific substitution pattern enables precise molecular design. It is needed by research institutions, fine chemical manufacturers, and industrial R&D departments focused on creating novel active ingredients and complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in developing kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex pyridine-based molecular architectures.
• Material Science: A building block for organic electronic materials and polymers requiring specific coordination or electronic properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylpyridine-3,5-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	89942-70-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight	181.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-3,5-pyridinedicarboxylic acid; 2-Picoline-3,5-dicarboxylic acid; 2-Methylpyridine-3,5-dicarboxylate; Lutidinic acid, 2-methyl-; 3,5-Dicarboxy-2-methylpyridine; 2-Methyl-3,5-dicarboxypyridine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylpyridine-3,5-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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