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4-Methylnicotinic acid

SKU 23142543 CAS 3222-50-2 C7H7NO2 MW 137.14 Available on enquiry

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4-Methylnicotinic acid is an organic compound belonging to the pyridine carboxylic acid family, primarily used in pharmaceutical research, agrochemical synthesis, and as a building block for nicotine analogs. It serves as an intermediate in the production of pesticides and other specialty chemicals. This chemical has a CAS number of 3222-50-2, with the molecular formula C7H7NO2 and a molecular weight of 137.14. It is classified under the signal word "Warning" for safety and can be stored at ambient conditions. Molekula supplies 4-Methylnicotinic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
23142543
CAS Number
3222-50-2
IUPAC Name
4-methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H7NO2
Molecular Weight
137.14
Exact Mass
137.0477
SMILES
CC1=C(C=NC=C1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
ZKUZSTXNVMIDCY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H7NO2/c1-5-2-3-8-4-6(5)7(9)10/h2-4H,1H3,(H,9,10)
PubChem CID
229163

Synonyms

  • 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 4-methyl-
  • 4-Methyl-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid
  • 4-Methylpyridine-3-carboxylic acid

Frequently asked questions

What is 4-Methylnicotinic acid commonly used for?

4-Methylnicotinic acid is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and nicotine analogs for research purposes.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylnicotinic acid?

The chemical formula is C7H7NO2 and the molecular weight is 137.14 g/mol.

What is the recommended storage condition for this product?

Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances.

What grade or purity is available for 4-Methylnicotinic acid?

Molekula supplies research-grade purity (typically ≥98% HPLC) for 4-Methylnicotinic acid.

Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.

What documentation is provided with an order of 4-Methylnicotinic acid?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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