Description

4-(5-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences sector for applications such as drug discovery and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• As a key pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Utilized in agrochemical research for the development of new herbicides or fungicides.
• Serves as a specialized ligand precursor in catalytic systems and coordination chemistry.
• Employed in material science for the creation of organic semiconductors or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Acts as a building block for fluorescent dyes and molecular probes used in bio-imaging.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploratory chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	845826-92-8
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO2
Molecular Weight	213.23 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(5-Methylpyridin-2-yl)phenyl]methanoic Acid; 4-(5-Methyl-2-pyridyl)benzoic Acid; 2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-5-methylpyridine; 5-Methyl-2-(4-carboxyphenyl)pyridine; Benzoic acid, 4-(5-methyl-2-pyridinyl)-; 845826-92-8; 4-(5-Methylpyridin-2-yl)benzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-(5-Methyl-2-Pyridinyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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