Description

2-Imidazol-1-Yl-Nicotinic Acid is a heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both nicotinic acid and imidazole moieties, makes it a critical intermediate for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, receptor antagonists, and other small-molecule drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, such as fungicides and herbicides.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex chelating ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Functional Material Development: Building block for novel polymers, coordination polymers, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with specific electronic or adsorption properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Imidazol-1-Yl-Nicotinic Acid
CAS No.	954580-80-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Imidazole-1-carboxylic acid, 2-pyridinyl-; 2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)nicotinic acid; Nicotinic acid, 2-imidazol-1-yl-; 2-(Imidazol-1-yl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid; 2-(1-Imidazolyl)nicotinic acid; 2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid; 954580-80-4
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for our fine chemical intermediates. Production of 2-Imidazol-1-Yl-Nicotinic Acid adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and traceability. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the exacting standards of pharmaceutical and advanced R&D applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.