Description

Methyl 3-Amino-6-Methoxypicolinate CAS NO 938439-54-4 is a high-purity, functionalized picolinate ester serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive amino group and a methoxy-substituted pyridine ring, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is utilized to build complex heterocyclic scaffolds for active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and other targeted therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides and fungicides with specific modes of action.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in creating organic electronic materials and advanced polymers due to its electron-donating and coordinating properties.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Amino-6-Methoxypicolinate
CAS No.	938439-54-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	182.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-amino-6-methoxypyridine-2-carboxylate; 6-Methoxy-3-aminopicolinic acid methyl ester; 3-Amino-6-methoxypicolinic acid methyl ester; 2-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-amino-6-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-amino-6-methoxypicolinate; Methyl 3-amino-6-methoxypyridine-2-carboxylate; 938439-54-4
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 3-Amino-6-Methoxypicolinate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles.

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 the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.