Description

2-(6-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)Propanoic Acid is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized chloropyridine scaffold essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. This intermediate is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting the central nervous system or infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the chloropyridine moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized organic molecules for electronic materials or liquid crystals.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom chemical synthesis services catering to diverse R&D projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(6-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	866629-21-2
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(6-Chloro-3-pyridinyl)propanoic acid; 6-Chloro-3-(1-carboxyethyl)pyridine; α-Methyl-6-chloronicotinic acid; 2-(6-Chloropyridin-3-yl)propionic acid; 866629-21-2; 6-Chloro-3-pyridinepropanoic acid, α-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(6-Chloropyridin-3-Yl)Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous in-house specifications using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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