Description

6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block characterized by its pyridine core and trifluoromethyl group. This compound is essential for advanced chemical synthesis, offering a unique combination of aromaticity, acidity, and the stability imparted by fluorine atoms. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system, anti-infectives, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and electronic materials that require specific aromatic and fluorinated components.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry for exploring new synthetic routes and molecular entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	90376-94-6
Molecular Formula	C8H4F3NO4
Molecular Weight	235.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Pyridinedicarboxylic acid, 6-(trifluoromethyl)-; 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-2,3-pyridinedicarboxylic acid; 6-Trifluoromethylpyridine-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; 2,3-Dicarboxy-6-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; 6-CF3-Pyridine-2,3-dicarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)Pyridine-2,3-Dicarboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR for structural confirmation, and KF titration for moisture content, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.