Description

4-Methoxy-2-(Pyridin-3-Yl)Butanoic Acid is a high-value, synthetically versatile organic compound featuring a pyridine ring and a methoxy-substituted butanoic acid chain. This unique structure makes it a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions or organocatalysts due to its coordinating pyridine nitrogen and carboxylic acid group.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and functional organic materials.
• Academic and Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-2-(Pyridin-3-Yl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	885277-06-5
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO3
Molecular Weight	195.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinebutanoic acid, 4-methoxy-2-(3-pyridinyl)-; 2-(3-Pyridyl)-4-methoxybutyric Acid; 4-Methoxy-2-(3-pyridinyl)butanoic acid; (RS)-4-Methoxy-2-(pyridin-3-yl)butanoic acid; 4-Methoxy-2-(3-pyridyl)butyric Acid; 885277-06-5; 4-Methoxy-2-(3-pyridinyl)butanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxy-2-(Pyridin-3-Yl)Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

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