Description

6-(2-Methylphenyl)-Picolinic Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the picolinic acid derivative family. This chemical serves as a crucial high-purity building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of complex chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A potential building block for functional molecules in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships and novel reaction pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(2-Methylphenyl)-Picolinic Acid
CAS No.	887983-38-2
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO2
Molecular Weight	213.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methylphenyl)pyridine-6-carboxylic acid; 6-(o-Tolyl)picolinic acid; 2-(2-Methylphenyl)-6-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 6-(2-Methylphenyl)pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-(2-methylphenyl)-; o-Tolylpicolinic acid; 2-Methylphenylpicolinic acid; 6-(2'-Methylphenyl)picolinic acid
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Quality Control

Our 6-(2-Methylphenyl)-Picolinic 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 exacting research and industrial-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.