Description

5-Ethoxy-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is a versatile pyridine derivative carboxylic acid, serving as a key organic intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which provides a reactive site for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries who require high-purity building blocks for novel compound libraries and active ingredient synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the pyridine core for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new chemical spaces in medicinal and synthetic chemistry laboratories.
• Material Science Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of organic electronic materials and polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethoxy-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	98353-08-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethoxypicolinic Acid; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid, 5-Ethoxy-; 5-Ethoxy-2-carboxypyridine; 5-Ethoxypyridine-2-carboxylic Acid; 98353-08-3; Picolinic Acid, 5-Ethoxy-; 5-Ethoxy-pyridine-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Ethoxy-2-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.