Description

4-(5-Acetylpyridin-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic building block and advanced pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its precise molecular architecture, which is critical for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry and materials science. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its heterocyclic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research (R&D): Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring novel organic reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integrated into multi-step synthesis processes for high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-(5-Acetylpyridin-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	867256-56-2
Molecular Formula	C15H13NO3
Molecular Weight	255.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(5-acetylpyridin-2-yl)benzoate; 2-(4-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenyl)-5-acetylpyridine; 4-(5-Acetyl-2-pyridinyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(5-acetyl-2-pyridinyl)-, methyl ester; 867256-56-2; 4-(5-Acetylpyridin-2-yl)benzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(5-Acetylpyridin-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. This product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.