Description

Methyl 2-Methyl-5-Nitronicotinate CAS NO 936130-27-7 is a high-purity, specialized nitronicotinate ester used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized pyridine core essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. This intermediate is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Intermediate for creating functionalized polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a core structure for developing fluorescent tags and molecular probes for diagnostic applications.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Methyl-5-Nitronicotinate
CAS No.	936130-27-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	196.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitropyridine-3-carboxylate; 5-Nitro-2-methylnicotinic acid methyl ester; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-5-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-nitro-2-methylnicotinate; 2-Methyl-5-nitronicotinic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Methyl-5-Nitronicotinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatograms and spectral data are provided for full traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.