Description

Methyl 2-Cyano-6-Methoxy-4-Pyridinecarboxylate is a versatile pyridine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, offering both an ester and a nitrile group on a methoxy-substituted pyridine core, which enables the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and intermediates. The product is supplied with a focus on high purity and batch-to-batch consistency to support demanding R&D and scale-up processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with pyridine-based active ingredients.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create sophisticated chelating ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, such as electron-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a scaffold for creating fluorescent tags or activity-based probes for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Cyano-6-Methoxy-4-Pyridinecarboxylate
CAS No.	853029-94-4
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O3
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-cyano-6-methoxypyridine-4-carboxylate; 4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-cyano-6-methoxy-, methyl ester; 6-Methoxy-2-cyanopyridine-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-methoxy-2-cyanoisonicotinate; 2-Cyano-6-methoxyisonicotinic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Cyano-6-Methoxy-4-Pyridinecarboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every lot. We support compliance with relevant guidelines for investigational products and can provide material suitable for use under cGMP conditions 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 (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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