Description

6-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-Picolinic Acid is a high-purity, fluorinated aromatic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of the picolinic acid scaffold and the electron-withdrawing trifluoromethylphenyl group, which is essential for modulating the physicochemical properties of target molecules. This intermediate is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients, as well as by manufacturers of specialty materials and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating molecules with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trifluoromethyl group is a critical pharmacophore.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of complex chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of specialty fluorinated compounds for various high-value industrial applications.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of novel organic electronic materials and polymers due to its aromatic and fluorinated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	887982-06-1
Molecular Formula	C13H8F3NO2
Molecular Weight	267.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 6-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)picolinic acid; 6-(m-Trifluoromethylphenyl)picolinic acid; 6-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-(3-trifluoromethylphenyl)pyridine; m-Trifluoromethylphenyl picolinic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our 6-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-Picolinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.