Description

4-Phenoxypyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which provides both a carboxylic acid and a phenoxypyridine moiety, enabling its use in the creation of complex molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its unique aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for medicinal chemistry and process chemistry in both academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenoxypyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	99970-10-2
Molecular Formula	C12H9NO3
Molecular Weight	215.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-phenoxy-; 4-Phenoxypicolinic Acid; 4-Phenoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-4-phenoxypyridine; 4-Phenoxypyridine-2-carboxylic acid; Phenoxypyridinecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Phenoxypyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.