Description

4-(Benzylamino)Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a pyridine core substituted with both a benzylamino group and a carboxylic acid functionality. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The pyridine nitrogen and carboxylic acid group make it suitable for constructing chelating ligands for metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design of molecular probes and inhibitors for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development and complex molecule construction in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Benzylamino)Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	851721-92-1
Molecular Formula	C13H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	228.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Benzylamino)picolinic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-[(phenylmethyl)amino]-; 4-(Benzylamino)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 4-(Benzylamino)picolinate; 4-(N-Benzylamino)picolinic acid; 851721-92-1; 4-Benzylaminopyridine-2-carboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(Benzylamino)Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistent high quality and batch-to-batch reproducibility. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.