Description

Ethyl 3-Amino-6-Methylpicolinate is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing novel heterocyclic scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its picolinate core structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing specialty chemicals and advanced materials.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology for library synthesis and hit-to-lead optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Amino-6-Methylpicolinate
CAS No.	908832-89-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Amino-6-Methylpyridine-2-carboxylate; 3-Amino-6-methylpicolinic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-6-methyl-, ethyl ester; 6-Methyl-3-aminopicolinic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-Amino-6-methyl-2-pyridinecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Amino-6-Methylpicolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.