Description

4,6-Dichloro-5-Cyanopicolinic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant commercial interest. This compound is valued for its unique molecular scaffold, which combines a picolinic acid core with chloro and cyano substituents, enabling its use in the synthesis of complex agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated pyridine structure.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity, particularly in drug discovery programs.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for introducing the dichloro-cyanopicolinate moiety into larger molecular frameworks.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research focused on developing new heterocyclic compounds and studying structure-activity relationships.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the development of specialized ligands for catalysis or functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dichloro-5-Cyanopicolinic Acid
CAS No.	861545-83-7
Molecular Formula	C7H2Cl2N2O2
Molecular Weight	217.01 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Cyano-4,6-dichloropicolinic acid; 4,6-Dichloro-5-cyano-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4,6-dichloro-5-cyano-; 4,6-Dichloro-5-cyanopyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Cyano-4,6-dichloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 4,6-Dichloro-5-cyanopicolinate; DCCPA (abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our 4,6-Dichloro-5-Cyanopicolinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and identity confirmation. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards required for advanced chemical synthesis in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use 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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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