Description

5-Formylnicotinic Acid is a high-purity, versatile pyridine derivative and a key bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the simultaneous presence of a reactive aldehyde group and a carboxylic acid moiety, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelator Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complexing agents and catalysts in coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Building Block: Employed in the synthesis of functional polymers, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized for the design and synthesis of molecular probes and bioconjugation reagents.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory research in organic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Formylnicotinic Acid
CAS No.	893723-55-2
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO3
Molecular Weight	151.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxynicotinaldehyde; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 5-formyl-; 5-Formylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 5-Aldehydonicotinic Acid; Nicotinic acid, 5-formyl-; 5-Formyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-5-formylpyridine
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Quality Control

Our 5-Formylnicotinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

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