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AB46316

55-22-1 | isonicotinic acid

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10g 98% in stock $6.00 $4.00 -   +
25g 98% in stock $8.00 $5.00 -   +
100g 98% in stock $9.00 $6.00 -   +
250g 98% in stock $19.00 $13.00 -   +
500g 98% in stock $30.00 $21.00 -   +

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Description
Catalog Number: AB46316
Chemical Name: isonicotinic acid
CAS Number: 55-22-1
Molecular Formula: C6H5NO2
Molecular Weight: 123.1094
MDL Number: MFCD00006429
SMILES: OC(=O)c1ccncc1
NSC Number: 1483

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 108  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 9  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 3  
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1  
Rotatable Bond Count: 1  
XLogP3: 0.4  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route
  • Isonicotinic acid, also known as pyridine-4-carboxylic acid, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. This organic acid plays a crucial role in the pharmaceutical industry, where it serves as a key building block for the synthesis of various drug molecules.One of the primary applications of isonicotinic acid in chemical synthesis is its use in the production of anti-tuberculosis drugs, such as isoniazid. By reacting isonicotinic acid with hydrazine, isoniazid is formed, which is a potent medication used in the treatment of tuberculosis. Isonicotinic acid's conjugate base, isonicotinate, is also utilized in the synthesis of other pharmaceutical compounds due to its ability to form stable complexes with metal ions.In addition to its pharmaceutical applications, isonicotinic acid is employed in the preparation of various metal complexes and coordination compounds. Its nitrogen-containing ring structure allows it to chelate with metal ions, forming stable coordination complexes that find utility in catalysis, materials science, and analytical chemistry.Furthermore, isonicotinic acid can be used as a precursor in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, such as pyridine derivatives and pharmaceutical intermediates. Its unique chemical properties make it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, enabling the creation of diverse molecular structures with specific properties and functionalities.Overall, isonicotinic acid's versatility and reactivity make it a valuable compound in chemical synthesis, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry, where it contributes to the development of life-saving medications and novel chemical entities.
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