Description

6-Methyl-Picolinic Acid is a high-purity organic compound serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized pyridine core, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This intermediate is particularly sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and commercial production.

Application

6-Methyl-Picolinic Acid (CAS 856835-87-5) is a key synthetic intermediate with diverse industrial applications:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Employed in research for constructing molecular components of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to synthesize metal-organic complexes and frameworks (MOFs) for applications in catalysis and gas storage.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	856835-87-5
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight	137.14 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Picolinic Acid, 6-Methyl-; 6-Methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-6-methylpyridine; 6-Methylpicolinate; 6-Methyl-2-carboxypyridine; 6-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-Picolinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each batch, which confirms identity, purity, and conformance to agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP or research-grade synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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