Description

3-(Pyridin-2-Yl)Propiolic Acid is a specialized organic building block featuring a propiolic acid moiety directly linked to a pyridine ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing complex heterocyclic cores for therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactivity to create new bioactive molecules.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for preparing advanced chelating ligands and catalysts used in metal-organic chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science: Building block for organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers or molecular wires, due to its conjugated alkyne system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent for methodological development and exploring new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Pyridin-2-Yl)Propiolic Acid
CAS No.	858678-71-4
Molecular Formula	C8H5NO2
Molecular Weight	147.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinepropiolic Acid; 3-(2-Pyridinyl)-2-propynoic Acid; 2-Propynoic acid, 3-(2-pyridinyl)-; 3-(2-Pyridyl)propiolic Acid; Pyridin-2-yl-propiolic acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-(Pyridin-2-Yl)Propiolic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability.

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). Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.