Description

4-(Methylamino)Picolinic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized picolinic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a picolinic acid core and a methylamino substituent, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand for Metal Complexes: Acts as a chelating agent or ligand in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in proteomics and medicinal chemistry research as a molecular scaffold or modifier.
• Material Science: Intermediate for creating functional polymers or organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Methylamino)Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	872696-24-7
Molecular Formula	C7H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methylamino)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-(methylamino)-; 4-Methylaminopicolinic acid; 4-(Methylamino)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 4-(Methylamino)-2-picolinic acid; 4-(Methylamino)picolinate; 4-MAPicA
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Methylamino)Picolinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is supplied with a corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA). We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality standards meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
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.