Description

Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functionality, offering both a reactive pyridine ring and a carboxylic acid group for diverse chemical transformations. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Key building block in agrochemical research for developing novel herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Precursor for manufacturing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other advanced materials.
• Starting material for synthesizing ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and discovery chemistry.
• Intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and corrosion inhibitors.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	99148-57-9
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO2
Molecular Weight	123.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Pyridinecarboxylic Acid; Nicotinic Acid Impurity; Pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxypyridine; β-Picolinic Acid; Vitamin B3 Related Compound; Niacin Impurity; Pyridine Monocarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pyridine-3-Carboxylic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.