Description

Methyl-3-(4-Pyridyl)Propanoate is a high-purity organic ester building block featuring a pyridine heterocycle, essential for advanced synthetic chemistry. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the creation of complex pharmacologically active molecules and functional materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive pyridine core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of advanced polymers and liquid crystals with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory organic synthesis in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-3-(4-Pyridyl)Propanoate
CAS No.	90610-07-4
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(4-Pyridinyl)propanoate; 3-(4-Pyridyl)propionic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-(Pyridin-4-yl)propanoate; 4-Pyridinepropanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-Pyridinepropionate; 90610-07-4; Methyl β-(4-Pyridyl)propionate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl-3-(4-Pyridyl)Propanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.