Description

3-Amino-6-Chloro-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its versatile reactivity, featuring both an amino group and an ester moiety on a chlorinated pyridine scaffold, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is critically needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized chelating ligands and organocatalysts.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers and advanced organic materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom chemical synthesis services targeting niche applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-6-Chloro-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	866807-26-3
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	186.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-Amino-6-chloropyridine-2-carboxylate; 3-Amino-6-chloro-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 6-Chloro-3-aminopicolinic acid methyl ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-6-chloro-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-amino-6-chloropicolinate; 3-Amino-6-chloropicolinic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-6-Chloro-Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements for research or commercial-scale projects.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
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.