6-(Chloromethyl)nicotinic acid

• CAT Number: L030809
• CAS Number: 148258-27-9
• Molecular Formula: C7H6ClNO2
• Molecular Weight: 171.58
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 6-(chloromethyl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H6ClNO2/c8-3-6-2-1-5(4-9-6)7(10)11/h1-2,4H,3H2,(H,10,11)
• InChIKey: QAUDCWDYPSYFFT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

6-(Chloromethyl)nicotinic acid is a nicotinic acid derivative featuring a chloromethyl group at the 6-position on the pyridine ring. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The chloromethyl group allows for further functionalization through nucleophilic substitution reactions, making it useful for constructing more complex molecules. Its pyridine core contributes to its versatility in medicinal chemistry, where it may be explored for potential biological and therapeutic applications.